The countdown has begun...My parents leave to go in to the MTC in 16 days, July 12th. They come home for their farewell July 18th and then fly to Norway for a year and a half on July 23rd. Today is the first day I truly feel sad. As much as we are going to love living in their house, driving their cars, etc. (I know we are the ultimate moochers) I am going to feel a little lost without my mom and dad here. After July 23rd Jon and I are on are own as far as my family goes. Tom and Caralee are in Costa Rica and my parents will be in Norway. What is with my family and wanting to live in far off lands? Sheesh! It's a good thing Jon's family is so big and everyone living within the Salt Lake valley.
I would like to think that I am not the bratty, ornery teenager that I once was, and because of that, my relationship with my parents has blossomed over the past several years. I see my mom just about everyday, and I just got back today from a mini vacation to St. George with my dad. As I reflect on all of the recent memories I have with them, it makes me sad to see them go. I'm going to miss them.
I have never doubted or questioned my parents beliefs. As different as they are from each other, the gospel is the one aspect of their lives where they always stand united. They have never wavered and have been great examples to me throughout my life. Their willingness to go on this mission, and the sacrifices they are willing to make, only exemplifies their dedication further. My Dad, leaving work at a time when he has never been more needed; not taking home any income while paying for the most expensive mission in the world. My mom's willingness to live in a foreign country and to try and learn a foreign language. Both of them leaving their family behind for a year and a half. These are just a few of the sacrifices they will be making. However, they know where they are needed at this moment in time and are courageous enough to act on their inspiration. For that I am grateful. Mom and dad, I love you and will miss you. Thanks for your examples.
I'm sorry to be so sappy, but I had to write down my feelings.
4 comments:
first of all that is the cutest picture EVER of them! second of all...they are my parents too and tears are streaming down my face. what am i going to do when i come home to visit and i dont get the welcoming debbie hug and the comment like, "hows my second daughter doin?" from your dad. I will miss them too. they will be great missionaries. i hope these next few weeks go ok for you. call me if you need to chat. LOVES!
Linds, I didn't know they were headed off to Norway! That is so awesome that they are doing that, especially at such a young age for a couple. Although I don't know them a whole lot, I have always been really impressed with both of them over the years and you are so so lucky to have them. I know you will miss them, but I'm glad you have Jon's family too. Miss you and hope you are doing well! xoxox
My parents moved far away from me too a few years ago and it is a super bummer! but also it has been such a blessing for us and them in so many unexcpected ways (after i got past the having a quarter life crisis)lol true story!i decided to see the good in it and i know how it feels and it sucks but also especi with it beeing a mission you and your whole family will be so blessed! in ways you never never excpected! exciting! and i second what amanda said ...your parents are way cute!
wow!! we are the worst family!! there is so much going on over there at the ivins house and its been forever since we talked! im so excited for your parents, those missionaries are going to love them!! i am bummed we wont be able to see them before they leave. but, we are coming to utah in august lets definitely get together. we are dying to give redd's cheeks a big squeeze!
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