Two Pairs of Shoes

I have decided to once again contribute...but this time, it's from the perspective of 'the girl waiting at home'.
The other day I got thinking about the courage it takes to leave everything and everyone in your life behind to serve a mission for 18-24 months. Let me tell you, it is not the easier road!! BUT... over the past two years, I have learned the value of choosing difficult decisions over easy ones. Most often, these difficult decisions are much more rewarding. Do you agree? 
I also realized, how unique it is that I have been in two pairs of shoes. I have had the opporutnity to be in the 'missionaries shoes' for 18 months and now the shoes of, 'the girl waiting at home' for 5 months. I must say, I have a new respect for my Sister in-laws (Marnae & Verenice) who waited 24 patient months for my brothers returns.
There is nothing easy about these new pairs of shoes I wear. Some days I feel on top of the world, confident about being without, and knowing Elder Morgan will be home soon! Other days are..flat out lonely, I seem to notice every couple on campus holding hands, and Elder Morgan can't be home soon enough. 
I feel a deep appreciation for every pioneer woman who raised children alone for three years while their husband served a mission. I also admire every wife today who has a husband serving our country over seas...whether they have children or not.
All I hope I've been to John for the past 5 months and hope to be for the next 3 weeks is 100% supportive of his calling as a missionary. His service is nothing but a blessing.





I thank my Heavenly Father for Courage.