HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WEEK:
-Being called the "duo" at church. Sister Robb and I really do make a great team.
-Having a wonderful final interview with President.
-At our departing missionary training, having our President compare Sister Brown's and my missionary efforts to Paul's!
-Knowing that when I go home It's going to be different.
I've truly learned that there is no satisfaction in serving yourself. It lasts about 20 minutes and then it's gone. Whereas the satisfaction from serving another lasts forever.
I've learned that there's no place like home, especially our Heavenly home.
I've learned that being kind and loving to others really does make a difference.
I've learned that you have worries, but when you find out about the worries of the person beside you your worries get smaller.
I've learned that Heavenly Father is your biggest fan and knows EVERYTHING.
I've learned that the Church is SOOOO TRUE!
I've learned that the adversary is real and too many people listen to the wrong voice.
I've learned that blessings come from being obedient and that you prosper.
I've learned that those who have the least to give, usually give the most.
I've learned how to ride a bike.
I've learned that if it's not eternal, forget it.
I've learned that God will always forgive me.
I've learned how to become a good mother and wife.
I've learned that there is nothing that I have to do alone.
I've learned that humor can make any situation better.
I've learned that it's worth the climb up the hill so you can coast down it.
I've learned that anything is possible in a skirt.
I've learned that you find whatever you're looking for.
I've learned how to celebrate differences.
I've learned that if you receive a prompting, the adversary will always counteract it with an opposite thought.
I've learned that you can never have too many letters.
I've learned that the Atonement of Jesus Christ can heal you spiritually, physically, emotionally and mentally if you have the faith and do your part.
I have LOVED my mission. The best choice of my life so far and the best blessing too. How did I get so lucky! I will always be so grateful to my parents for teaching me so well about this Gospel.
Love, Sister Heidi Jayne Starr*
