A Change in the Normal
I have felt for some time that I need to blog about our experiences as we send our oldest Jarrett on a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This blog will be used to tell about his experiences in the mission field as well as our experiences back home.
Ben served a mission and we have known that Jarrett would serve for the last 18 years. That absolutely did not make it any easier to let him go. Jarrett has had such a special spirit about him since he was placed in my arms 18 years ago. I have known since he was young that he would do amazing things and has a strong testimony of his Savior.
I don't know if other moms feel the way I have felt but, as happy and blessed as I feel to have him be able to serve, it has not been easy. Ever since he put his papers in in March I have gone through a process of really thinking about what I believe and what I know to be true. Where is my testimony? I am thankful for a loving Heavenly Father, Savior, and amazing husband who have had the patience with me and let me search my soul over the last few months. What I do know today is that we have a Heavenly Father and a Savior who love each of us individually and know each one of us. I know that Jarrett is where he is supposed to be at this point in his life. Heavenly Father has a plan for me and one for Jarrett. I was able to finish the Book of Mormon the day Jarrett got set apart as a missionary. There is a power in that book and I know what is in it is true. I felt the love of my Savior as I read through each verse. Without my testimony, I wouldn't be able to send Jarrett away for 2 years, but I do know this gospel is true. It brings, hope, and joy into our lives. I am thankful that Jarrett wants to share this knowledge with those who don't already have it.
I hope you enjoy our journey!
Ben served a mission and we have known that Jarrett would serve for the last 18 years. That absolutely did not make it any easier to let him go. Jarrett has had such a special spirit about him since he was placed in my arms 18 years ago. I have known since he was young that he would do amazing things and has a strong testimony of his Savior.
I don't know if other moms feel the way I have felt but, as happy and blessed as I feel to have him be able to serve, it has not been easy. Ever since he put his papers in in March I have gone through a process of really thinking about what I believe and what I know to be true. Where is my testimony? I am thankful for a loving Heavenly Father, Savior, and amazing husband who have had the patience with me and let me search my soul over the last few months. What I do know today is that we have a Heavenly Father and a Savior who love each of us individually and know each one of us. I know that Jarrett is where he is supposed to be at this point in his life. Heavenly Father has a plan for me and one for Jarrett. I was able to finish the Book of Mormon the day Jarrett got set apart as a missionary. There is a power in that book and I know what is in it is true. I felt the love of my Savior as I read through each verse. Without my testimony, I wouldn't be able to send Jarrett away for 2 years, but I do know this gospel is true. It brings, hope, and joy into our lives. I am thankful that Jarrett wants to share this knowledge with those who don't already have it.
I hope you enjoy our journey!
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