"Stop this train. I can't take the speed it's moving in."

This past week I had the pleasure of seeing three super amazing friends who I haven't seen in over two years. Incredible how time flies. Nothing seems to have changed--and yet everything has changed. I'm so grateful for my friends and what a large part they play in my life. Thank you to each and every one of you who has served a mission, will serve a mission, is serving a mission, or is thinking about serving a mission. I look up to and respect you more than you'll probably ever know.

1.      (Elder) Parker Geren

·         Background story: We grew up in diapers together--our parents are long time friends. Thank goodness for Parker and his amazing energy. Thank you for setting the example Pahka! It was really great that you could stop by my work and say hi!

2.      (Elder) Tyler Christensen

·         Background story: Freshman year at BYU. We lived in the same apartment complex, and apparently we both had enough snark that we could stand one another. Countless adventures and miles of road later, we became friends! Thank you for serving an honorable mission. It was wonderful to see you again.

3.      (Elder) Taylor Johnson

·         Background story: Freshman year at BYU...again the same apartment complex. Taylor reached out to me when I needed a friend most. Thank you for being one of the most respectful, dedicated and compassionate people I know. I enjoyed the surprise visit!

"They had waxed strong in the knowledge of the truth; for they were men of a sound understanding and they had searched the scriptures diligently, that they might know the word of God."
Alma 17: 2