#LoveMe Day 19, Something I Believe In

If you know me, you know that my opinions tend to be a little strong at times. But I'm secure in what I think and I have justification for most of the things I believe in. Some of my beliefs are political, others are moral and I'll be the first to admit that some are slightly off the wall. Here is a list of my personal beliefs.

1. I believe in equal rights for men and women. 
2. I believe in the importance of family and making them a priority. 
3. I believe in the power of the written word. 
4. I believe in taking care of myself and making me a priority. 
5. I believe in showing support for those who have defended our country. 
6. I believe any goal is attainable if you are willing to make it a priority. 
7. I believe that every once in a while you need to come up with a reason to throw a party. 
8. I believe that little girls need ponies. 
9. I believe that if you are going to have animals then they should be part of your family. 
10. I believe you should always wear a helmet when on a horse. 
11. I believe in creativity and its power to change the world. 
12. I believe there are things in this world that are beyond the power of human comprehension. 
13. I believe in bacon!
14. I believe it is never too late to learn something new. 
15. I believe all children should be shown the love I was growing up. 
16. I believe in taking care of people. 
17. I believe that if you can read, you can cook. 
18. I believe no child is beyond help, but not everyone has the capacity to help every child. 
19. I believe in dressing in a way that makes you feel good. 
20. I believe in reducing the amount of waste you put into the world. 
21. I believe that growing your own food is the best way to ensure you get a healthy diet. (Still working on putting this one into practice.)
22. I believe that learning should be fun. 
23. I believe in living a debt free life. 
24. I believe you should ever show up to someone else's house empty handed (blame the southern woman in me).
25. I believe handmade gifts are excellent gifts.
26. I believe friends are family that we get to choose. 
27. I believe in giving my best every day. 

What do you believe in? What is important to you?