Ciao & Bienvenido

I am currently sitting in the San Jose, Costa Rica airport awaiting my flight to Colombia and then on to Chile. I went to church this morning it was so wonderful. Wendy spoke about eternal families and our roles and responsibilities within them. They also had their youth conference this week so the Bishop invited all of the youth by name to come up and safe their testimonies with the congregation. I know the programs of the church are truly inspired and it was so wonderful to hear the stories and feelings of these youth. They may be few in number, but they are strong in spirit. I am so grateful for the priesthood in the church. Today our lesson in La Sociedad de Socorro was about the priesthood and I am so incredibly thankful to all those who hold and honor that sacred gift. It is with sadness that I left the ward members and my family here in Costa Rica, but I know that these friendships will live on and that I will have the opportunity to return and visit once again. Life is a beautiful thing and for me the most important part of life are the people we meet and the relationships we have. We are all tied together and I am so grateful for the lessons I have learned while here in Costa Rica. I cannot wait to serve and participate in activities in Chile. I am truly blessed in all ways. Anyways wish me luck...I have a feeling this is going to be a life altering experience.