Not a lot of my family could be there because they were out of state, but it was still awesome! My parents, Trace, Michelle, Kallin, and a few nieces and nephews were there in person. The rest were on the phone! While I was opening it, it didn't seem real. I always heard stories about missionaries and other people opening their calls, but I couldn't believe it was actually mine!
I read where I was going silently to myself before I read out loud :) I was SO excited! The Utica, New York mission is where Heavenly Father has called me! I'm speaking English and leaving March 6th! PERFECT! Everyone cheered and we were excited :) It might take a little while for it to set in though haha.
A lot of people have told me it's cold there. That it rains a lot, and the winters are colder than Utah because of the humidity. I think it's kind of ironic, because the whole time I didn't care where I went. I just wanted it to be somewhere WARM. Well... that's not going to happen in New York haha :) I'm a little nervous about that, because I really really really don't like the cold. Why I'm living in Utah? I have no idea!!! I guess the Lord is probably going to teach me to be happy with the weather, and think of others.
I know that New York is where I'm supposed to go, and I'm excited! Looking up more history of Palmyra and learning about my area will be great! I love the Gospel, and can't wait to help people feel the absolute joy that comes from it!! NEW YORK HERE I COME! :)
Here are some pictures from the opening!
Love, Karli Sue
