How lucky we were to hear someone call out "Chase Frei!" and come running to hug and great him. It totally stopped the tears from just pouring out and we all could regain our composure. I kept praying please don't let me cry in front of Chase. Kyler totally was the answer to my little prayer :) I was so comforted to see one of his really close friends show up and take him under his wing. I am sure Chase feels the same. 
I still have a hard time believing that my little brother is at the MTC, and will be in Korea soon!! I feel honored to have watched him grow into such an outstanding man. He has been more of an example to me than I have been to him in our lives. He has such a sweet spirit and a genuine-ness about him. He definitely was called of God to serve in such a demanding mission. I have no doubt in my mind that he will be able to reach the people of South Korea with the gifts our Savior has given him. I love my brother so much and I'll miss him while he is gone :) But I figure it is good practice that I have four younger brothers-because, knowing my luck, I will have ten children, all boys and I'll need to be toughened up by the time I send my kids out into this crazy world. I was floored by the spirit at the MTC. At that moment I don't think I was crying because Chase was leaving, but because he was surrounded by missionaries and he blended in perfectly. The spirit is so strong there. I won't say that I can't wait to go back-because that means that we will be saying good-bye to Zack. It is an amazing place.
I had to copy Hayley's post. It was a little to emotional for me :( A couple of notes to myself for the next one.
1. Practice holding back that big lump in your throat.
2. Wear sunglasses.
2 comments:
haha I started reading this and thought it looked familiar :)
He is going to do so well out in the mission field! What a bitter sweet experience for your family. He is so handsome in his mission pictures!
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