To be a good father and mother requires that the parents defer many of their own needs and desires in favor of the needs of their children. As a consequence of this sacrifice, conscientious parents develop a nobility of character and learn to put into practice the selfless truths taught by the Savior Himself.

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"The influence of a mother in the lives of her children is beyond calculation."

- James E. Faust

Love

"The depth of the love of parents for their children cannot be measured. It is like no other relationship. It exceeds concern for life itself. The love of a parent for a child is continuous and transcends heartbreak and disappointment."

- James E. Faust

Love

"In the enriching of marriage, the big things are the little things. There must be constant appreciation for each other and thoughtful demonstration of gratitude. A couple must encourage and help each other grow. Marriage is a joint quest for the good, the beautiful, and the divine"

- James E. Faust

Love

"A rebirth out of spiritual adversity causes us to become new creatures."

- James E. Faust

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"Happiness in marriage and parenthood can exceed a thousand times any other happiness."

- James E. Faust

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"Do not think about other things, there is only one thing you can do. So master that one thing. Do not forget. What you must imagine is always that you, yourself, are the strongest. You do not need outside enemies. For you, the one you have to fight is none other than your own image."

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"You need to accept the fact that you’re not the best and have all the will to strive to be better than anyone you face."

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"Take a page from the dragonfly's book – be vibrant and let your true colors shine"

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