Richard Paul Evans

Ever read one of his books? Christmas Box, The Sunflower, Grace.........and many more (but those are the ones I've read). I think I'll read me some MORE !!

Last week I had the opportunity to attend some meetings sponsored by UAC. Mr. Evans was the keynote speaker on Day 2. I must admit, I thought it would be alot of FLUFF. Boy was I wrong.

Can I just say - MOST AMAZING TALK EVER! (Outside of General Conference :)

Here is a recap:

1. There is a reason you are here on this earth. You are not a mistake of God or nature.

2. You will never get to where you are going if you hold onto the rungs of your past. You need to learn to forgive.

3. Go somewhere. Do something with your life. Take risks. Failure is a necessary part of the process. It is much easier to complain that life is unfair. You can be a victim of circumstance, or you can be a master of your own fate, but you can't be both.

4. Life - it's going to hurt, and you are going to hit bumps along the way. We succeed because of our challenges. Grapes can't be grown in good soil. Endure it well.

5. LOVE - it's the only acid test of success. Love is a choice. The meaning of life is love. We love those whom we serve.

Afterward, Mr. Evans (though suffering with a bad cold), stayed around to sign his latest book THE WALK, which he had for sale. He was a genuine nice person. I came home, read the book, and LOVED IT! It is a SERIES !! and I can hardly wait for the next one to come out. AWESOME - go get you one, it is definitely worth your money.