That 14 hour flight seemed like an eternity to ponder. I reflected on the people that came to mean so much to me. I pondered on the lessons God had taught me and wrote down the goals I had made. Which goals God helped me meet and which ones I still needed work on. When we were reaching our destination I knew I had to look happy for my family, and I was happy to see them. There was just so much going on internally. Finally, our plane landed and this is what I saw :)
My nephews who had grown so much holding signs in the airport awaiting my arrival :)
My siblings and best friend :)
My Aunt Mary, Mama Rohner, My Sus (Jonah's Mom) and My sister in Law with my new niece!
I saw my mother. After 18 months which seemed like 18 years for her, she had grown in grace and beauty. I missed her and couldn't wait to embrace her :) Among the many lessons I would learn on the mission, learning to appreciate my mother was definitely included.
My older brother Crichton's beautiful family had grown :)
My Papa. This was the first face I looked for in the crowd. I could not wait to hug him, embrace him and look into his eyes. He looked so happy that day as we spoke together for the first time in Samoan.
My sister, Skylar. How I love her. It was such a sweet reunion to see all of these familiar faces that seemed so distant for so long.
It finally came back to me. :)
Naturally a celebration followed that weekend and lots of food was made so we could all enjoy each others company. Family came from all over the country. And for the first time in 18 months, I danced with my sisters. <3
It was good to be home.
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