Thank Heaven For ....

Visting Teachers, Branch President's wives, Missionary moms, Missionary friends, Grandma Daughter (Misty), and last but not least Scriptures and Prayers, it just dosen't get better then that.  Each have a special way to enlighten this fresh journey making each step a little easier.  I'm not saying that I don't still feel like a fish out of water yet, but at least I can breathe. Genisis 2:7. 

I have just learned we have won an all exspense paid  trip today to "The Little Shop of Horrors" (Mt Pleasant) for a full day of luxurious labor on Dan's home there.  This was one of  Elder Draper's favorite places to hang out (NOT).  Though there is much work to be done on this old homestead when it is finished it will be a nice retreat for the us, kids, and grandkids,  after fishing, four wheeling etc not to mention a great spot to freshen up after camping atop Skyline Drive (Gooseberry).  

A special thanks to Misty, who has patiently supported me with the design and constant updates to this blog.  She has always been a wealth of knowledge with technical support and I'm sure she can't wait to teach me Iphone 101, or maybe not she did mention free Verizon classes at store locations. (LOL) 

The sun has rose now so that means Elder is up and crack'n the whip so I better be doing the same.  Have a gret day all and  "God Be With You Til We Meet Again"

Love,
Sister Draper 

Messages of Love

Elder Draper sends his love to all and waits to hear from each of you.  Kindly leave reply comments and I will forward them in my weekly emails to him.  In order to expedite  Elder Draper's 30 minute email window on Tuesday,  please send letters via Dear Elder by Friday so that he can  view and be prepaired to respond.  Please note the MTC address, letter /package delivery  services to the left.  Thank you for helping him and our family rejoice in his service.  


Diana Draper

Rise and Shine

I woke to a beautiful sunrise and in the still of the moment I could feel the Spirit whisper, "It Is Well" and I knew I would face the day with more strength then I had the previous day. I am not going to say I did not miss turning the TV off for him last night and pulling the covers over him this morning for a few more hours of shut eye. His presence is all around me with dirty socks on the floor from yesterday to his Missionary pics and farewell messages remaing on the dinning room table, things that I will put away but his smile I will forever hold near in my heart.
I can see his laughter on the way to breakfast hall this morning seeking out that new friend in which to begin building memories with, he is so like that. No one is ever a stranger to him and everyone will be drawn to him, a gift since birth.

Well its time to start that first MTC letter, after all he will never find his laundry bag in the jungles of his suitcase. Laundry this week should get intresting for him not his favorite thing to do and in a style of his own. I'm sure he will have it mastered in the next two weeks, his wardrobe will most definitely be one of the things he will miss.

With a deep breath and sigh I think I'm up for this day!

Mom

Three Hours Later

Were home kids settled in, Dan on phone Grams holding my hand as it is just so much to take in.
Going to put off packing the remainder of the his room for a few days may need to call in the "Brom Squad" for help, she always brightens my day and means so much to Wade. I will miss thier laughter in the basement, thanks Brey for just being you. Your memories will give him things to laugh about when there is nothing else to laugh about and that will make everyday a bright one for him. I miss him already just tripped over his shoes imagine that.

Mom

This Is The Day 2/22/2012

Up at 6am to finalize packing and listen to those last words of advice. Recieving a blessing and giving a blessing to Mom, memories I will treasure. She's trying to hold up, but in her presence, I feel her rapid heartbeat, see her trembling hands and watch her try to supress the tears that have welded up for days. What an incredible flower Heavenly Father has blessed me with for 19 years. Her perfume will linger for days on my collar as she hugs me with an intent to never let go. I will forever be greatful for her unconditional love and leaving her is a partof me I will keep to myself.

Lyn's and Wyatt are doing much better today then last night when I was a "Set Apart", I think that's the first time they realized this is real and tears flowed unexpectedly. To my suprise those "little pains" in that instant, grew to be something I will miss on a daily basis.

Grams pulled it off with a sensational prayer as only she can do. Though not LDS her testimony has increased mine and I will forever be in her debt (literally) LOL.

Dad was strong, and after looking beyond a Sea of Kleenex, it was a relief to not see anymore runny red noses. He has always been the ROCK.

I said my goodbyes to Binkz, who was clueless to the event but still gave me his soft snuggle against my face, thankfully he had not just eaten that stinky cat food.

Bags being hauled to the car with my goal of hitting Tweeter 1000 on the way down to the MTC, mom wil have to let all know if I hit it.

Goodbye all, like so many others, I'm counting on those letters to keep things light! I want all to know I have a strong testimony of Jesus Christ and I am so thankful to be able to serve him in the Bueno Aires West Mission.

D&C 42:6,
Elder Wade Draper