Letter from Dad

Hello Annie Girl, Sister Coon, Valiant One, Beautiful Girl,

I have been contemplating what I would write for this monumental occasion... The day when you would complete, not your earthly mission (thank heavens) but for your Las Vegas mission. I am so excited to wrap my arms around you and to be with you again. I want to feel and hear the experiences you have enjoyed. I want to witness the person the Lord has shaped. 

I know, in a very small way, this is what it will be like when each of us pass through the veil. We will be greeted by family members that have been preparing for our arrival. Mom has been organizing, preparing your food, room, car, even your clothes. We are very excited, to say the least. 

I love the words of the Apostle Paul; "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith!" I feel the buttons on my shirt could burst knowing that you have experienced this kind of mission. I know you worked hard, played hard and experienced your faith increase through The Gospel of Jesus Christ and the love of the Savior. This is one of the greatest blessings a parent can experience. This Fathers Day is a tender one. I love you Annie. I get all soft inside knowing you are just a day + away. What a fun reunion we will have. 

The next transfer will be an eventful one. So many life events to take on. You are going to love it. You will take it on just as you have this 18 month mission. As you continue to exercise the habits you have created, they will bless you through the rest of this life and the life to come. 

We had a very good Fathers Day. Dinner at Jennys with the Dayleys, then dinner at Rons with the Coon Family. We celebrated both Fathers Day and Rob's birthday. Food was good and the company was fun. It will be so fun when you are able to hold Ben, Wayne and Ivy. Such precious little babies. 

I love you Annie and like your Heavenly Father, this earthly Father is so pleased with the faithfull and valiant daughter you are. 

We will see you early Tuesday morning! Enjoy these next few days, they will not be forgotten. 

Love, 

Dad