Always Remember...

Isn't it supposed to be easier the second time around?   Whoever said, the best kept secret in our church is how hard it is to send a missionary, is probably correct. 

I know, I know, I really would be sad if he wasn't going, the time will go by faster than I think, etc. etc.  Right now none of that matters.  It is hard...maybe even harder than it was last time we did this.

It has been difficult to watch Mitch say good-bye to his friends and his family.  He has been super emotional and there have been moments that I've wondered if he is going to be okay.

Our parting words to each other were these..

“Promise me you'll always remember: You're braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think."

This quote comes from a discussion Christopher Robin had with Winnie the Pooh about the two of them being separated from each other.  It's one of my favorites and gives some consolation to me on a day like today. 

  

I just may have to wake up and tell myself this every morning for the next 2 years-