Love These Ladies

Last night I enjoyed a fantastic night out with the ladies, courtesy of Ruth, the Relief Society President I served under, who was generous enough to take all of the women who served in her presidency out to dinner. We enjoyed an amazing meal (I had a Cordon Bleu sandwich that makes me drool just thinking about it!), out-of-this-world dessert (tuxedo chocolate torte, anyone?), and entertainment that made me hurt from laughing so hard. Ruth and Martha had cooked up a surprise performance for us, which they presented in the parking lot just outside the restaurant. It was beyond hysterical, and I'm sure our waitresses and any patrons who could see us through the window were totally baffled at the fact that we had not had a sip of alcohol but were totally punchy regardless. Needless to say, I will MISS seeing these women on a regular basis. Not only did they provide regular and much-needed comic relief, but they were among my greatest support system here in Salem and became true and cherished friends. How grateful I am for the opportunity to have served with them and to have met such incredible, talented women. I treasure our friendships.

My new calling is the Laurel Advisor in Young Women, which is a completely new realm for me. I'm nervous about this calling but excited for the fun and growth that it will bring. Because of the amazing experience I had while serving in Relief Society, I am confident that the Lord will bless me with additional growth opportunities and cherished new friendships as I move on to a new season of service. Here's to wonderful women.