Hello Collins

                 I'll let the photos do the talking🥰 It's the most powerful emotion to be reunited. No matter how much she loved Portugal and the people there. And no matter how much I wanted her to keep going. In a way, it never felt like it would end... We will never forget this moment! How could we?  It's been a whirlwind week of her being  h❤️me.  Time to watch with faith. The world is waiting!

I have had the grand, relentless, awe inspiring, daily grind of a spiritual feast kind of opportunity to be a Seminary Teacher this year.  And what a year it has been. These amazing souls kept me going and tethered me to the Savior when I thought maybe I couldn't keep going this year. But I did! And they are my angels. I am even more excited for next year. But sleep we must this summer :) and we will grow even more together.  Until next year💕

Isn't this the coolest shot? A local photographer caught this. She got a PR of 4'10"! She was so proud of herself. Season didn't end the way she wanted it to but I am proud of her. And I'm positive her Grandpa is thrilled to see at least one of his grandchildren do track!  She loves being on the team and being at the meets. And then there was Prom.  She went with friends and she wore the first evening dress I ever designed circa 1991.  It was on point with the Met Gala theme for 2023...Karl Lagerfeld...lots of black and white and pearls :) Pictures at the Harbor Make up and Hair all by Audrey With Padre:) and some outtakes! She had a blast....This spring has been eyes all on Audrey...and it's been so fun!  We love all of her.  Her wit. Her smarts. Her grace. Her smile. Her kindness. Her sharpness. Her willingness. Her stoicism. Her non-huggyness. Her chuckle. Her standards. Her heart. Watch out for Audrey.  She is gonna rule something one day and noone will be

Mid Mission Lucy:) She'll be home in 3 days :)  What a beautiful way to end her mission. Portugal is a special place with special people.  Nothing was lost on her there.  Her apartment/hotel building in Lisbon. Just 5 minutes away from the temple:) Anyway, here is her last email home...   Oi oi amigos!! Well, that went by fast Today I hit 18 months on the mission and I will be finishing up my mission this week! It's a lot of mixed emotions, but I am so grateful for every moment that I have had here!  Here are some highlights...  - Lúcia and Sérgio's baptism!! They are like my Brazilian parents haha(after president and sister barcellos), they are amazing!! They were so happy, they couldn't stop smiling! It was definitely one of the best days of my mission  - 2 divisions woop woop!!  - I went door knocking with Sister Meredith during our division and one lady opened the door because "não resisti o sorriso", she couldn't resist our smiles haha! So that was pr