July 4, 2022 I’ve waited approximately 5 years and 7 months for it to happen. Patiently (and sometimes not so patiently), I’ve been waiting. Desperate for it to happen. Desperate for my heart to let Him in. I’ve read books. I’ve paid extra careful attention during seminary, Sunday school, and young women’s. I’ve listened and…
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My First Podcast Episode
Apple Podcast iHeart Radio Spotify Youtube I don’t think I’ve ever been this excited for something … prior to my blog. A couple of friends encouraged me to start a podcast, and I finally took the plunge! When trying to come up with a name, I decided to go for the continuation aspect. So, my…
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September 17, 2022 The night of August 9th was one filled with anxiety, worry, and excitement. I had many things on my mind for things that needed to be done within the next couple of days: I needed to move in, and I needed to buy a car. Both big ordeals that were associated highly…
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August 11, 2022 at 12:47am So here’s the deal: “repent” has always been a word that made me feel insecure and frustrated. Repent because I’m not good enough. Repent because I did something wrong. Repent because we are dependent on the Lord and aren’t worthy without Him. Repent because that’s what everyone says to do….
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September 8th Well, it’s come to an end. This is my last official FSY post for my kids. 7 posts for 7 weeks! Week One: Of Great Worth ImperfectlyBroken.com/worth-reaching-for/ Week Two: Embrace Truth ImperfectlyBroken.com/but-if-not/ Week Three: Noble and Great ImperfectlyBroken.com/and-it-was-legendary/ Week Four: Magnify Your Mission ImperfectlyBroken.com/a-mustard-seed/ Week Five: Press Forward ImperfectlyBroken.com/consistently-striving/ Week Six: Power to…
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September 4th I never imagined that this summer had so much to teach me. I mean, ya, I expected to learn, to grow, to change, to make friends, to meet and love the youth…but I didn’t entirely expect to be completely transformed. The very first day of FSY training, I wrote “More”, and I would…
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https://youtu.be/jUlKkaYCLBc August 24th Inconvenient things can lead to miracles and tender mercies. After coming off my break one day, I walked all the way back to the main building only to realize that I left my phone in my room. I was so irritated with myself for forgetting, but I let an AC (assistant coordinator)…
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https://youtu.be/bYoOyN6teTk July 16, 2022 (then a ton of other random days as I added line upon line) I needed to ask a few youth for permission to share the stories that I am going to share today. The fact that I need to ask permission proves to me that they are miracles; they are sweet,…
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FSY Week Three: June 25, 2022 YOU GUYS I AM NOT A FAILURE!!!!!!! I freaking love my kids from this last week sooo much!!! I thought I failed them, but they told me last night that I was an incredible counselor and they were so grateful. They said that they didn’t want to come but…
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FSY Week Two: Embrace Truth June 17, 2022 I was stressed. I’m not going to lie, I was stressed coming into this week. I was worried about loving these girls as much as I loved my girls last week. I was worried about building connections with the boys this week and becoming their friend. I…
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Inspiration Struck During FSY Training: Day Three 6/3/22 I wrote this 6/10/22 Tonight was our last night with our company. My heart feels broken, but I also feel grateful. I love these youth with all my heart and soul. It makes me think about Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ’s love for us. If I love…
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Started on March 22 I go through phases. There’s the reading phase. During the reading phase, I read every spare minute I get. I can read 500+ page books in a day or two. This lasts anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. I just soar through book series and am always looking…
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FSY Week One: Day Four 6/9/22 (Written on 6/9/22 and posted later) Tonight was incredible. Simply incredible. I didn’t sob, but tears ran down my face in a consistent stream. The little drops escaped my eyes every few seconds, and they didn’t stop. My youth kept looking at me during testimony meeting, and I would…
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FSY Training: Day Three 6/3/22 I was THAT kid. The one who answered all the questions. The one that waited during the silence, prepared to bail the teacher out. The one who had an answer ready in case no one else decided to share. The one who didn’t like to sit there and wait for…
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FSY Training: Day Two 6/2/22 Obviously it is past “day two” of FSY training because that was on June 2nd. However, I took notes for this post and had the inspiration to write this post on that day, so that’s why the “FSY Training: Day …” is up there. It will continue to be up…
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