Being in Interpersonal Theory and Practice and Family Relations class, it has really opened my eyes on how men and women communicate and what their roles are within the family. Women pay more attention to the emotional aspect and every little detail of conversations and the body language. I know that I am found guilty of this. There are times when some of my guy friends will get quiet and I will ask if they are mad at me and I am always afraid I did something wrong. Guys pay more attention to the content of conversations not really to the cues. My teacher gave an example of how his wife was in the car with him and asked if he was thirsty and he said no and she got all quiet because she wanted something to drink. Sometimes we think that guys catch onto cues but they would rather have it if you told them what you wanted.  In the home, women pay attention to every emotion while doing household work. Guys focus on what is in front of them. When I think about the differences, I am so grateful it is that way. I am grateful to have a dad who focuses on providing and protecting, but when he gets home he focuses on the family and their needs. I love having a mom who is always sensitive to what we are feeling. She has been supportive in everything. I just recently discovered that I have a gluten intolerance, and my mom decided she wanted to eat like I do so she can relate to me. I think it is true that having differences is divinely ordained and we each have an important role in the family.

There is a quote my Mary N. Cook that I love and often refer to. It says, "one of the great blessing of the plan is that we are organized into families. You have parents whose greater wisdom and experience will help you reach your divine potential. Trust them. They want the best for you." Recently I have been thinking a lot aboutIn family relations we were talking about the importance of developing a good relationship within your family.  I am so grateful to have a family that has always put forth effort into building and eternal bond with me. In class we were discussing how when parents don't have good communication skills, it affects the kids in the home and their behavior. I have noticed with my parents that they have always talk things out, and its something that I learned from them. I am grateful for their constant example to me and when the time comes when I get married, and have kids, I want to have a relationship like my parents have. I love my family and I am so blessed that I get to be with them for eternity.