Monday, July 6, 2009

A Change in Plans ......

Alright so I have very BIG news! After a few months of studying it out in my mind and in every way possible, I have decided to go on a mission! I made the final decision yesterday afternoon and I could not be more happy about it! I have been going back and forth with myself for the last few months, trying to decide whether or not a mission was for me. Now I know though, that this is what the Lord would have me do, it is such a great feeling!  I have loved being in Boston and going to school there, so it was hard for me to make the decision to put of school for another 2 academic years. BUT, I know that serving a mission will be worth every bit of sacrifice that it will take to serve for 18 months. Not only will I be benefiting from it and growing in so many ways, but I will be serving the Lord's children and teaching the Gospel! So exciting! If you are finding out for the first time but reading this, don't feel too bad! I really haven't been able to let everyone know yet because I just decided yesterday. 


I got my papers yesterday and I already have my appointments made. I'm hoping hoping hoping to have my papers turned in by thursday, it totally depends on if I can get in with the Stake President for the final interview. So if I get them in this week then I should have my call the weekend of the 24th, yay! Where on earth might they send me? Of course, I will LOVE to go anywhere that the Lord wants me to go. 

6 comments:

David's Holla Atchya! Blog said...

Congratulations Carly! I feel so honored that you only decided yesterday, and here I am writing the first comment on your blog! It almost feel like you just told me as a secret. That is wonderful. My guess is that you will get called to Iceland. Either that or Hong Kong. Simley Face.

Dana said...

I am so happy for you Carly! You will truly be a wonderful missionary because you have so much to give. Your testimony, your talents, your knowlege, your experiences, and your love. You are wonderful and you will be a great blessing to the people wherever you go!
Love you!

The Clawson's said...

Congrats girl! You will for sure be an amazing missionary. Especially with all the experiences you've been able to have!

Celeste said...

I still can't believe it! That's incredible Carly! We should really talk and catch up soon!

D said...

Wow! Congratulations! That's a big decision. We'll miss you in Boston.

kathy said...

I can really see you as a missionary! You'll be great. Of course, with your talents, spirit, faith, cuteness, and everything else good about you, I can see you as almost anything GOOD!! You name it!!
Love,
Sister ADAIR

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Well as you can see my name is Carly JO Porter. Oh and yes I do love it when people use my middle name, I think it should be required when talking to me... um ya. I go to Berklee College of Music in Boston Massachusetts (not california) and I LOVE it! I was in China last semester teaching English with International Language programs and had a wonderful experience. I am loving life in every single way. I feel blessed beyond blessed for the many blessing that I have been given! My parents live in Mesa Arizona along with my sister Catie, and my 3 other siblings go to school out here in Boston with me. Hopefully this blog can give you little bits and pieces into my fun little life!
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