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Friend for Samantha/Anti-Nephi-Lehi's

We went to the pool Saturday and had fun.  Some of the kids invited friends over.  Samantha invited a friend that she really enjoys at school.  As the mom and I talked we found that our daughters had a lot in common.  More than just the she likes this but it was deeper.  They both have high anxiety, difficulty making and keeping friends, breakdowns, sweet and kind around those at school but different when they get home.  It was so refreshing to hear that Samantha is not alone.  It was comforting for me and for this girls mother.  It also made me realize why this friend has stayed with Samantha.  I thought she was just a sweet girl and was afraid Samantha would soon loose her but instead they work well together and can sympathize with each other.  It was such a great blessing for me.  What a sweet Heavenly Father I have.

Michael giggled and giggled as he poured water on himself.  Such a delight.

I read about the Anti-Nephi-Lehi's today.  I think that they are amazing people.  Once so wicked and then truly changing their hearts and being willing to die in order to save their souls.  What great love and devotion to their Heavenly Father.

Alma 27:27

 27 And they were among the people of Nephi, and also numbered among the people who were of the church of God. And they were also distinguished for their zeal towards God, and also towards men; for they were perfectly honest and upright in all things; and they were firm in the faith of Christ, even unto the end.

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