Leaving

I have a nephew leaving on a mission today! I am taking my wife out to be with the family so she can go down with them to say good-bye. What a wonderful yet poignant time for them. I remember when my oldest left, wonderful and now that my youngest boy is preparing to go, I am so excited for him. It will be tough to lose his presence for a couple of years but there is nothing better that he could be doing at this stage of his life to make him a better person, father, son, student, friend and servant. It is an incredible and blessed time in the lives of those who choose to serve. I made my ride this morning on a full 17 for ride in the part rather than bump it half way through the mini hills. I can feel it a bit and I know I went farther and burned more calories and I feel good. Work is progressing. It looks like we might be making some progress with some larger accounts/customers in the valley. Fabulous! My 2nd assistant and I went on visits last night (my secretary and 1st assistant had other commitments on a Tuesday rather than our normal Wednesday visits) and had a wonderful time with a couple of our brethren. I really enjoy my calling. I hope I am able to touch lives and affect people by being a worthy representative of my Elder Brother. I love Him. I want to serve Him always and I can do that best by leaving my carnal self behind. Life and progress is about leaving.