Thursday, May 29, 2014

Taylor Alan McBride

"When we choose heroes, we begin to copy, consciously or unconsciously, what we admire most in them." - Elder Henry B. Eyring

       Once upon a time I met this guy who changed my life and the way I look at the world.  He changes the way a lot of people look at the world.  I don't think he realizes how amazing he is.  He's such a good example in so many ways, it blows my mind sometimes.  Taylor is unselfish, righteous, smart, determined, and he is a feeler, he can discern hearts, and understands the gospel so well.  
       The thing I want to say more about is how Taylor is a feeler and can discern hearts.  He is so close to the Spirit that he always seems to know when someone is hurting, when someone is having a hard day, or feeling out of balance.  He knows just what to say to help that person to feel better, or find peace.  Taylor understands communication like no one else I know, and can walk the fine strands of the Spirit into someone's heart to help them.  He is just so attentive and in-tune.  Taylor has no ulterior motives, either, only because he loves God so much, that is why he does what he does.  He looks outside of himself and seeks to help others before helping himself.
        I've learned a lot about equality and unconditional love from Taylor.  I'm grateful for his example in my life, and I always will be grateful.  He is excellent in so many ways, that I just had to write something about him, so that others will know how amazing he is.  I hope I can be half of the human he is someday in becoming more reliant on the Spirit and really wanting to help others at all times; I must find the key to looking outside of myself and loving unconditionally.