We took Travis to the airport in Medford so he could fly to SLC where Jena picked him up. Before we left home Lynn gave him a beautiful blessing. It was full of love and help. Travis' grandparents were there for the blessing, and they went with us to the airport to see him off.
As we were getting him packed up and ready to go I was thinking what an amazing thing it is that young men are willing to take 2 years of their lives and give up their comforts of home, friends, girlfriends, music, TV, movies, cell phones and every other techy gadget we have become so dependent upon, put their school and career plans on hold, and at substantial financial expense give themselves to serving others. It's a miracle, really, that they can do this hard thing. And it's a miracle that these young, innocent, largely untrained kids don't destroy the church. Instead, the church moves forward and these boys come back so much more mature, unselfish, tolerant, full of love for people they hadn't known, capable, and independent. The whole thing is a real marvel!
Lynn and I got to talk to Travis this morning before he entered the MTC, and it was SO GOOD to hear his voice. That's got to be the hardest thing - not being able to talk whenever we want. We miss him already, but are so thankful he is willing to serve. We are praying for his good success and happiness.
Wow...what a stud!!!
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