Soon to be Missionary

Well friends, it practically here. I leave for my mission to Richmond Virgina on August 2nd. Boy, am I excited. I've been waiting for what feels like forever for this time.

I just wanted to say thanks to everyone in my life. So many people have impacted my life and helped me become who I am. I really wouldn't be going on a mission if it weren't for some of you. So thank you so so much. I am so blessed to be surrounded by so many people who are so supportive of my decision to serve a mission. Thanks to all who cam and heard my speak, it was so great to look out and see so many faces who love and care about me.

Shout out to my family. If you haven't met my family, you should because they are the best. Seriously, the most incredible group of people. I couldn't ask for a more supportive, loving family. I am sure going to miss them. I love you all very much.

I am truly blessed to have the gospel in my life, hence why I am going to share the gospel with the people of Virginia. I want to leave my testimony with y'all.

This gospel is so true. It is the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Christ came to this earth FOR YOU, because He wanted to. He gave up His life for every single one of us. No one is the exception to that. Heavenly Father sent His only begotten son so He could save all of His other children. That is truly incredible. We have the most powerful force in this universe on our side. Cheering us on. Wanting us to succeed.
Joseph Smith was called by God to restore this gospel. There is not a doubt in my mind about that. He translated the Book of Mormon. He could not have done it if this gospel weren't true. The Book of Mormon is the most true book on this earth. It testifies of Christ and His life.
I know Thomas S. Monson is the living prophet of God. He receives revelation for the entire church.
I know this gospel is the answer to where we came from, why we are here, and where we are going. We are going home to a loving Heavenly Father who sent us here to learn. There is so much more than life on earth. I promise. Christ is waiting for you, with arms open wide. He wants us to be happy and have cheer. This scripture will be my motto on my mission D&C 68:6 "Wherefore, be of good cheer, and do not fear, for I the Lord am with you and will stand by you. And ye shall bear record of me, even Jesus Christ, that I am the son of the living God, that I was, that I am, and that I am to come." I know Christ lives. He was resurrected by the power of God. he overcame the sins of the world for us. He conquered death so we too and can conquer death. I leave these words with you in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Redeemer. Amen.