Another Farewell

Today Blaze enters the MTC. Actually looking at the time right now, he's just barely entered. I am so proud of this kid. I think everyone at work is gonna miss him. On his last night TJ gave him a hug and was getting what is emotional for TJ and he gave him another hug. Awh those boys do have hearts.
Blaze did an amazing job at his farewell talk. It was one of those talks that everyone needs to hear. He talked about how we show our love for Christ through our service. I didn't see an almost 19 year old boy up there when he was talking but someone who was wise beyond his years.
I know that Blaze's choice to serve a mission is the best thing that he could do. I know his family is going to be blessed sending him off for two years and I really hope that they will open their hearts to the missionaries and take a lesson or two. 

We all sure are gonna miss this kid. But we're all so proud of him and probably couldn't be prouder. We became more than just coworkers, I'd call us a little family. We'll see you in two years Elder Gurney. In the mean time go baptize all of Chicago! 

Domo Arigato Mr. Roboto

Today was Jordan's farewell. He was called to serve in the Tokyo Japan Mission for two years. I've never heard of a mission call more perfect for anyone than the Tokyo Mission for him. He's Asian at heart.

Can you believe I've known this kid when I was still taller than him? I've known Jordan since we were about 4 or 5. I moved away for a few years but then I moved back to the same neighborhood and he still lived there and we've been great friends ever since. Jordy you're gonna do great!

First Farewell of Summer

Sometimes it's still crazy for me to think that I'm old enough to have my friends leaving on their missions. So last Sunday was the farewell of Elder Tyler Mulitalo, called to serve in the Oklahoma Tulsa Mission. We've been friends since high school and I can honestly say I have never been so proud of him as I was when he gave his talk.

After his talk there of course was the delicious Samoan food at his house. His aunties made sure that no one left empty handed. But we couldn't let the party end there. We went out for one last late night Temple jam session.

Elder Mulitalo I've had some great times with you, but one of the greatest moments will be when I get to see your face again in two years.