Speak Up Marissa!

As odd as it is to think, I was a shy person at one point. I still kind of am! I don't like by any means getting out of my comfort zone. But 3 words have changed that. Told to me by one of my best friends, and missionary out; Adam. (I miss that kid SO much. But I'm so happy he's doing the Lord's work.)

I would say things to him in public but I would be way quiet, almost a whisper. Finally, he got so sick of it that every time I would he would say loud; "SPEAK UP MARISSA!" At the time I would be so upset at him thinking "Get bigger ears then!!" But now I realize the significance of three words.

Since then, I have become more vocal. I'm more passionate about things I love. Such as the Gospel. It's definitely one of my favorite things to talk about with people. I honestly am so glad I made the decision to SPEAK UP. I honestly don't think that would the testimony I do today if I didn't. I also don't think I would have the crazy friends that I do either. (I mean you've got to be heard with those people;))

So let your voice be heard. Be happy about who you are. Love yourself.

~I firmly believe when you Speak Up you become the person God wants you to be. And that makes Full of Smiles.~