WEEK 104 - Thank You All So Much

Judas, I feel like my heart is about to burst. Before I elaborate on that, there is business to attend to: - I would love nothing more than to see each of you at my homecoming! AUGUST 10 9AM @1272 Walden Ln, Draper, UT 84020 - If you feel like our relationship is to the "come to my airport" status, then I would be OVERJOYED to see you. Hit up my incredible mom for more info (801-503-8334) - probably gonna do a pool party function next Monday, should be a good time. stay tuned I cannot thank you guys enough for the support and love that you have given me during these two years, I am forever changed. "It's interesting, the dichotomy between healing the body and the soul. When you heal the body, it's always an inward effort. We're always paying attention to ourselves. When we heal the soul, turning inward doesn't work. The triage of the soul is found in turning outward to other people." My entire life I was so caught up on myself, looking for my own joy. I was always searching but I never really found it. I finally understand now. Once someone decides to leave all that they have and follow the Savior they turn. They turn everywhere but themselves, and that action of turning is the only way we can overcome ourselves. I am eternally grateful for these last two years, I really wish I had the words to describe how I feel. Saying goodbye to the Chinese branch yesterday was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I have learned so much from them and their examples. I think one day when they pass on and see the Savior again they will be surprised with how similar they already are to Him. I'm excited to see you all again, I cannot convey my gratitude for you in this email, I hope to see you so I can attempt in person. I love you so much thank you. I feel like it'd be criminal for me not to end my emails with this elite quote from Peter Chen from yesterday: "When I say "Horsley goodbye God bless you" that is a priesthood ordinance. Ordinances are love." ZOOM LINK FOR HOMECOMING (9AM Utah time): https://zoom.us/j/91068213048 pics: 1. Curtis' $800 LV glasses 2. king buffet 3. goodbye with Bobby 4. amazing friends 5. more amazing friends 6. my heart 7. saying goodbye to Charlie 8. me bawling my eyes out 9. more great friends

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