Elder Chambers

Troy is finally at the MTC, yeah!!!! It was such an amazing experience to be able to drop him off and know that they Lord has called him to serve a mission at this time. We have seen so much progression from him in the last few months. He has truly made huge strides towards becoming a man. We are so proud of him.

Originally, Tony had made the decision to not go to Provo to see him go into the MTC. Stupidly, I believed him! So on Sunday, after watching the show on the MTC that followed the Sunday morning session, he informed me that he couldn't miss seeing him off! We had to scramble a bit, and ended up leaving Karlin with friends, since she had made a commitment to sing at the district choir concert. It was well worth the shuffling! I was go glad we got to spend a couple extra hours with him, and feel the amazing Spirit that comes with the MTC. We both felt at peace as we drove away, and know this is where Troy is supposed to be!

Tony did relatively well considering he just let his oldest child move away for a couple years! Yes, he cried. But no, I did not have to drag him back to the car!
Troy- right before we left for the MTC!

All his cousins and siblings that were there for the send off!

Troy and all his parents! Isn't he so lucky to have so many! :)
I had this idea of the last picture I wanted of him in my head and I think I got it! Just as he was walking away, I yelled his name. He turned, and I yelled, "I love you"! That is where the smirk comes from!

What a surreal moment to have your child walk away from you, knowing you won't see him for two whole years, but also knowing that he will come back a Spiritual Giant! I can't wait for the letters to start coming!