This evening at 7 pm Nina and I were set apart as full-time missionaries. We met with President Stucki, the Pocatello Stake President, who conducted a brief final interview along with some very good advice, then invited in the other guests, and set us apart. He counseled us to (1) love the people, (2) be obedient, and (3) have fun while working hard. I think we can make all of that happen!

Since we don’t have any family here in the immediate area, we invited two couples who have become our very good friends, to go with us as we were being set apart. Paul and Rosalie have been faithful home teachers for many years. Steve and Robin have been just delightful people to be around. We are very blessed to have such great friends in our lives!

So, now it’s official. We’ll get the name tags on Monday when we get to the Missionary Training Center.

Life is good!