Day 05 - A picture of your favorite memory.

I have so many great memories..

BUT... I chose

The day I left home to come on my mission to Nashville, Tennessee!!

This had to be the best and most memorable experience, because not only has it been the best time of my life, but I've grown more in 10 months then in 19 years. I'm not talking physically, I'm talking spiritually! I love my mission and it was on this day that I had the greatest, most wonderful blessing of starting my "BEST 2 YEARS"!

I have to mention this as well.. It's not been the easiest thing I've done. I left home just a couple months after graduating from high school, and let's just say... I had a lot to learn. :) Through it all I have really come to love my Heavenly Father. I know he is watching out for me and helping me when I struggle. I have also grown a lot closer to my family, and friends, and the people here in Tennessee!

You might ask... Why am I on a mission... Well here you go!!

"The Savior taught His disciples, “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations” (Matthew 28:19). As followers of Jesus Christ, members of His Church are enthusiastic about proclaiming the good news of His restored gospel to all who are willing to listen.

Carlos E. Asay, a Church leader, said, “(There is) a marvelous phenomenon which occurs among men when the light of the gospel illuminates their lives. Almost instinctively, it seems, the light of truth sparks a desire to share. When our minds are expanded by new knowledge, we want others to know; when our spirits are elevated by heavenly influence, we want others to feel; and when our lives are filled with goodness, we want others, particularly those whom we love, to enjoy similar experiences.”

You may have seen missionaries riding on bicycles or walking door to door, sharing their message. They are doing everything they can to seek out people who may be interested in learning more about Jesus Christ and God’s plan for their happiness. They serve in pairs, for “in the mouth of two or three witnesses every word may be established” (Matthew 18:16). Missionaries volunteer full-time service for a period of eighteen months to two years."