12.3.18: Adu

Wow, ok I have like .2 secs as usual...but, Wow! My heart is so confused...apparently this is my last week in the mish, but it still hasn't hit me yet. We will see if I will actually be able to pull my heart away from all of this. 

My heart is so full of gratitude for the beautiful 18 months that the Lord has given me here in Spain. I don't know how to begin to express everything that I feel...in English or Spanish. I have so many priceless memories and will forever treasure these days of PURE GOLD in this beautiful country. The most important thing that I have come to understand is the infinite power of the atonement of Jesus Christ. Watching the lives and hearts of people change and heal, has in turn changed me. The power of Jesus Christ's love really is sufficient for every one of us. He is always willing to push for us if we are willing to let Him. He knows and loves us all perfectly. He is our Savior and Redeemer and descended below our lowest of lows so that He could be that Rock when we hit the bottom. No matter where we are, He is there beneath us to lift us up. I love my Savior Jesus Christ and am so honored to have been His representative and wear His name these past 18 months. He lives and loves us ALL.

I adore all of you and am so grateful for the constant love and support. I hope all is well in your worlds.

And never forget to STAY GOLD. 

<3 maddy






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