MTC

So, today was the big day we've been waiting for these past 4 months.  We took Jordan to the MTC.  Last night the stake president came over and set him apart as a missionary for the next two years.  Nate's dad and the bishop were there as well.  It was a very special, spiritual evening.  I feel like I've cried a river of tears, but somehow I feel a strong peace as well.  I know Jordan is going to be a fabulous missionary and I'm so proud of him for making this decision in his life.

Of course as a mom, I can't help but feel a bit sorry for myself too.  I'm going to miss him terribly!  After we arrived in Provo, we drove up to the temple to take a few last pictures and say our goodbyes.  Then we drove into the MTC, unloaded his suitcases, had a minute for a quick hug and picture, and that was it.  He was gone.  I feel like I've been saying goodbye to him for weeks, but this was really it.  Just so final.  So for the rest of the day I kept thinking about what he would be doing.  Had he met his companion?  Did he get to unpack?  How was his room? What time was dinner?  What time was bedtime?  I wanted to just text him like always and find out all of these things.  I think that is part of why this is so difficult.  It is complete isolation when I am so used to having him just a phone call or text away.  Not easy for a mom who has taken care of someone for 19 years to simply be cut off.  But I will get through this and I know he will too.  He is such a wonderful young man. 

I think this blog will be as much for me as it is for him.  It feels good to put words to my feelings.  I hope to write some of his letters here as well and share with you all that his is doing and experiencing.  So...here's to the next two years of adventure!