Week 104- My last email

 Aloha 皆さん、


I spent about a week deciding what to name the last email or what to write about but I settled. 

Honestly I couldn't ever put my entire mission experience and explain everything I feel into just one last email so I won't. I just wanted to say that I am so glad that I decided to go on a mission, and I'm satisfied with how my mission turned out. I wouldn't change a thing, the good and the bad because it made me who I am today. 

I testify that our loving Heavenly Father has a plan for each and every single one of us and his son Jesus Christ suffered for us so that we can repent of our sins and strive to be better people. Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father loves me and he loves each and every single one of you. The book of Mormon is true, if you study it, you will come closer to Jesus Christ. Along with the Bible are the true words of God, Jesus Christ and the prophets. 

I spent two years testifying of these facts, and I know they are true. I hope you can learn these truths for yourself and use them to strengthen your own testimony. 

I love you all and I will see you guys soon! 

I arrive at the HNL airport 3/14 

I have a homecoming party at my house 3/21

I'll be speaking about my mission experience during church 3/22

If you want details about any of these let me know!

Imma go take a nap now ✌️

愛してるぜ~
エリス長老
TheRisingSon 




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