The actual opening was quite the roller coaster, struggling against the temptation to skip ahead, and the anticipation of what it would be. It went a lot faster than I'd thought it would as well. But the time has come, and I'm proud to say I've been called to the Washington Vancouver mission!
This was the last place I'd expected to be called, but I am so psyched to go. As I announced it, on Facebook and in person, I was surprised how many people commented with "oh I know someone out there!" The family of one of my roommates actually lives in Vancouver. It's incredible- I already feel connected to this place.
Getting ready to go will be fun- I report on July 22, only 47 days away! I need to do the rest of my shopping, go to the temple, and just generally prepare. It's official- I am going to serve a mission.
I've been thinking for months about the scripture to use for my missionary plaque, and I finally settled on 2 Nephi 22:2, one of my favorite scriptures. It reads:
"Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid; for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also has become my salvation."
I love this scripture, because for me, fear is something that was getting in the way of me serving a mission. I was so afraid, right up until the moment I had my call in hand. And perhaps that was Satan trying to discourage me, but whether it was him or just me, I know that this scripture speaks the truth. As I go out into the field to serve my God, I know that He will be with me and guide me. He will strengthen me. I am so excited to serve.
And hey, if I'm lucky, I might just be able to use this blog! I can have my parents put up my emails from Washington, and that way it will stay up to date. I cannot wait to meet the people of the Washington Vancouver mission.
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