Im a big kid now!

(Charlee)
You know how there are moments while growing up you feel like you really can sing, "I'm a big kid now!" Well, coming out from the St Louis Temple I felt like that song was meant for me! Look at me! I AM a big kid now!

While I wish I could share my entire experience with you receiving my endowments was very special and sacred to me. I can, however, share that the 16th of February was one of the happiest days of my life. I came out with a greater understanding and knowledge that I really am heading down the path God has set before me. What also made it more amazing was that my best friend and cousin also went through the temple the same day to receive her endowments as well.

(Going off on a tangent) Her and I have been bestest cousins since the longest I can remember. As we grow older we grow closer and closer together even if it seems like we can't get any closer it happens. The day they announced the missionary age change I immediately sent Callie a text. Together we both decided to go on missions. And... we turned our papers the same day... And we opened our calls the same day... AND we report the same day! Granted, we wont be going to the same place (she to Louisville Kentucky and I to Denver Colorado, her English and I Spanish) but we will party in the MTC together!

(Back on track) so I was texting Callie on the way to St Louis and she shared a scripture with me that gave me strength. I think it will be great if I share it with you. Its in D&C 109:13 and it reads, "And that all people who shall enter upon the threshold of the Lord's house may feel thy power, and feel constrained to acknowledge that thou hast sanctified it, and that it is thy house, a place of thy holiness." First off for those of you who are like "D&C?!?! What the heck is that?! It's not in the Bible!" You are correct about the Bible thing. The Doctrine and Covenants is modern day scriptures that was given by the prophet Joseph Smith and I believe it to be true. And Second. I hope that all of you took the opportunity to go to the Kansas City Temple Open House last May. Especially those who aren't members of my church and read my blog. If you didn't sometime when you're in KC and need something to do just visit the grounds of the temple. You will feel something special. What special feeling? I'll leave that to you to interpret. For me, even when I drive near the temple, I know without any shadow of a doubt that it is my Heavenly Father's house.

Now on to something not so temple related. This last January marked a year since I broke up my three year relationship with Chaz Green. Shortly after that (like MAYBE 2 days) I then started dating a most wonderful man named Andrew Givens. Now the reason I bring up Andrew is that he taught me things that I am now just beginning to appreciate. Andrew was a very VERY friendly person. I can remember sitting down to eat our regular subway sandwich and there would be another person at the same table and in just a matter of minutes he could have them telling their life story. Okay, that's an exaggeration but its pretty close to truth. Now I consider myself friendly as well but Andrew brought me out of my comfort zone to talk to everyone and anyone! Now that I'm heading off to Colorado I realized what a wonderful skill he taught me. A skill I will use everyday, and I mean EVERYDAY on my mission. Andrew, I'm sending my thanks to you all the way to Germany! That's where he is serving his mission. -mumbles- Lucky duck. Haha

Speaking of boys on missions! I have also found out that writing missionaries that are on missions is a fantastic way to prepare for one! I have about 6 boys that I write regularly. The letters get me so excited for my mission! I can't wait for that to be me! Maybe in later posts I'll share some of the letters and emails I have received. I think you would enjoy them. I already have two missionaries in mind.

You guys will write me when it comes time right? I'll post all my contact information! I would love to hear from you! I know that many missionaries rely on the letters they receive to get through the day. So you have to promise me. Yes, right now. Say, "I promise to write Charlee while she is on her mission." Good. You are now under obligation! :D

Lets end on that lovely note and a PICTURE of me wearing the JACKET on the way to St Louis. I hope you guys enjoy reading these and that you're doing well! Adios chicos!