This is a talk by Sister Ann Dibbs, called "I know it, I live it, I love it." She talks about that phrase being what she would put on a t-shirt to summarize boldly who she is. She said-
A
few years ago, I was in line to make a purchase at my local grocery
store. Ahead of me stood a young woman, about 15 years old. She appeared
confident and happy. I noticed her T-shirt and couldn’t resist talking
to her. I began, “You’re from out of state, aren’t you?”
She was surprised by my question and replied, “Yes, I am. I’m from Colorado. How did you know?”
I
explained, “Because of your T-shirt.” I made my accurate supposition
after reading the words on her shirt, “I’m a Mormon. Are you?”
I
continued, “I must tell you that I’m impressed by your confidence to
stand out and wear such a bold declaration. I see a difference in you,
and I wish every young woman and every member of the Church could have
your same conviction and confidence.” Our purchases completed, we said
good-bye and parted.
Yet
for days and weeks after this random everyday moment, I found myself
seriously reflecting upon this encounter. I wondered how this young girl
from Colorado came to possess such confidence in her identity as a
member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I couldn’t help but wonder what meaningful phrase I would figuratively choose to have printed on my
T-shirt reflecting my belief and testimony. In my mind, I considered
many possible sayings. Eventually, I came upon an ideal statement I
would proudly wear: “I’m a Mormon. I know it. I live it. I love it.”
What would MY shirt say? I think you already know!
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| Click here to see the birth and history of Take Action. |
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| (Flor- a fellow Take Action founder, Larissa and I in 2010 on our way to a cruise!) |
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| Desiree and Michelle, the other Take Action Founders- wearing our Take Action shirts on the most recent cruise. |
I sure do love these girls and the inspiration they give me!
I am a Mormon, I know it, I live it, I love it...because I know how to Take Action!
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