Thursday, June 26, 2008
IT FINALLY CAME!!
We have great news! Zach got his mission call - to the Philippines-Naga mission! He leaves October 1st. Although traditionally it's just immediate family opening the news, his friends have been inviting each other and their families over to join in the celebration - so that is what we did - several friends and their families, as well as a few on speaker phone gathered at 5:00 p.m. today and joined in the news! It was great having friends that have played such a huge part in his life here for this special time. He has taken Spanish for four years and loves languages, so he is excited that he gets to learn Tagalog - the official language there. I'm so excited for him, but I must admit, I keep thinking "Wow, the Philippines, that is so far away! But, that's the mom in me, I guess. Edward can't stop smiling! It brings back warm memories of his mission and the people he served with. We have already heard from a few people about them knowing people who went to the Philippines and how they loved the people and the land. An exciting time, to be sure! We wanted you to share in our happy day! :)
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!! To Zachary and to the rest of the family. I am sure you will be a natural missionary and I too, have heard the people there are great. You will be a great example.
Yay!! The wait is finally over-- or is it just starting??? October seems so far away now!
My boss went to the Philipines and learned Tagalog. Fun fun times! John is disappointed that he doesn't get to teach Zach Mandarin Chinese!! j/k. We are very excited for you!
Congrats Zach!
Congratulations!!! That is so exciting, you know Reed went to the Philipines too.
Congrats Zach! We are excited for you. Thanks for being such a good example to my kids. We look forward to going to your mission farewell, and know you'll make a great missionary.
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