Group Hug

After a busy day speaking at church and finishing last-minute projects, our family (all except the Bridegans, of course) showed up with traditional Hawaiian fare, delicious sides, and two desserts for our farewell dinner. It was nice not to worry about a thing...except pack and get ready to leave for a year!

After dinner, Jason taught all of us how to "hang" Hawaiian style, and Jon snapped a couple of group hug shots with the help of the self timer. I'm counting on this special group hug to tide us over for the next twelve months until we're together again!

We'll miss our entire family, but we know we're doing the right thing. And we also know they'll be praying for us (and us for them!) and holding down the fort while we're gone. We wouldn't be able to serve on a mission without their love and support!

Love and lots of hugs to our wonderful family!

Comments

[Kylie Bertucci]

What mixed feelings you must have right now! And how exciting for you both. That hug looks like it would last 12 months. How nice to have family that are supporting you like this. Very special.

[Eveline Van Heijst]

I wish you all the best during your time on Hawaii
Eveline.

[Dona S]

Vaya con Dios!

[Stella MacKay]

God speed, Sterling and Shelli!

[Kathy Wilkens]

I can't even imagine how excited y'all must be! You are setting such a wonderful example for your family and you have to know that they will do you proud and "hold down the fort" until you return. Wishing you many blessings for safe travels, wonderful experiences, and loads of memory making! You will make a difference in so many lives! Remember there are no strangers .. only friends you haven't met yet! God Bless You Both!!

[Elizabeth Hocevar]

Have a wonderful time in a beautiful place! I know you both will bring a new perspective on your faith to new parishioners and will learn new things for yourselves. Keep us up to date on your activities and I look forward to your return to Stampin' Up.

[Kari Lyn Harris]

So proud of you! Enjoy the wonderful experience you are about to have!