The Last Day

Wow. Today is Valentines Day. Do you know what this means? I'm reporting to the MTC tomorrow.

Oh. my. gosh.

Am I ready? Pretty much. I'm packed....with the exception of a few things that are still in the wash. Am I excited? Yes. Am I scared? Completely. Am I nervous? More nervous than I've ever been in my entire life. To be honest, I've felt sick the entire day.....it's the same feeling I had when I was about to open my call.

I'm being set apart as a missionary tonight at 7:20 by my home Stake President.

I'm at a loss for words. This is the most daunting, most intimidating, and biggest leap of faith I have ever taken. I know He is there and I know that He will be there to catch me....but at times, I feel like I don't see him. This is when I put all of my faith, trust, and energy into doing something I know is way bigger than myself. When I fall, he will immediately be there to catch me. It's that initial jump that is so terrifying.

As I've pondered on what I expect from my mission, I cannot help but feel like these next 18 months are going to mold, shape, and define who I am. Not only will I have the opportunity to bring people to Christ, but I know that I will learn and develop in ways that will significantly impact me, my future husband and family, and bless my posterity throughout all eternity.

Please pray for me.