This morning our Stake President, President Ham, came over to talk to our family and to set Finley apart as a missionary....
It was wonderful - his setting apart was full of advice and promises for Finley if he loses himself in his purpose and trusts in the Lord.
Because Finley is to report on Wednesday at 11 AM, the missionaries from the United States have to leave the night before...So, we loaded up the car for the saddest car ride I have ever had to make....but look at that smile!
He will be meeting up with other missionaries in LAX, then they will fly down to Guatemala together....that walk to the ticket counter was the longest and the fastest.....
He was so excited checking in and so happy that both of his suitcases were under the 50lb. weight limit...his carry on, however probably was equally as heavy.....
The airport was surprisingly empty...was it because school is now in full swing? We have never walked right up to the counter!
One last shot of the family....
And one last of the kids....
These are the pics that speak volumes....he will definitely be missed around here!
We are going to miss him so much, too...as a parent, I have thought about this moment and am certain that how we are feeling is exactly how our Heavenly Father felt when he sent us down to Earth. It tears your heart open, but it is for growth and learning. It is good.
After a 3 1/2 layover in LA, he finally began his journey to Guatemala.....
Until we meet again....God will be with you!
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