*August 24th*

This day I will concentrate on the inner meaning of the Commandment "Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself." So often I am busy thinking what other people think of me, or if I'm doing things the way other kids do, that I forget to accept myself and be kind to myself. Being patient with myself is the only way I can learn to be patient with others. God made me. I don't think of that very often. Maybe it is important that I do. I mean, even think about how there "is" a God, and He loves me very much.

Today's Reminder
I've gotten myself in trouble for things I've said and done. Sometimes I've been so frustrated! Is God around me to help me when I want His help? If so, I could sure use that help sometimes! It is a good idea that I remember to be good to myself in nice ways, that way I can be better at being good to others.

"Today I pray for the wisdom to build a better tomorrow on the mistakes and experiences of yesterday."

[Taken and converted for purposes of parent and child relationships, from "One Day At A Time In Alinon" by Jim Hogue, MA, MFTI, 8-24]