And Back Again...

When Dustin and I moved into our ward in 2000, we were immediately put into the nursery (I think that's where new couples go, not that there's anything wrong with that, I just think it's funny). I was there for about 6 months and was called as the YW Personal Progress person, not sure of the official title. Was in that calling for a short while, maybe 3 mo? They wanted me as the Laurel advisor. I was really excited! Especially since it was Laurels, the more mature group. I had that calling for almost 6 years! I loved it! I could tell it was getting time for a change though.

So, about 2 years ago I was called as the Compassionate Service leader! I loved, loved that calling! It fit me perfectly! I was there about a year and then called as the Relief Society secretary. I had to grow into that calling. I loved the women I served with, but being a secretary you needed to be on top of things and organized, not my greatest strength. Just ask Dustin, he'll vouch fro me. I entered that calling overwhelmed and terrified. I have come to love it though. The RS is a GREAT organization, truly inspired. I loved the women I served with, being with women my own age, and getting to know them better.

A few weeks ago I got a phone call asking to meet with a member of our bishopric. I was a little nervous and confused! I hadn't been in this calling for much more than a year. Fear started to creep in. I was thinking, " What calling could I have and still have my current calling? Oh, scouts. They're going to put me in scouts" -not that there's anything wrong with that, just not one of my strengths. Thanks Jill, Jayleen, and Camille, I appreciate all the help with the boys and scouting.

I was nervous as I walked into the room. We sat down and Bro. Brown said, "How much do you like your calling?"

"ALOT," I replied. "Whhhyy?"

"We would like to call you to be the Laurel advisor." ... pause... "What do you think?" he continued. I think he could tell I was thinking hard. It wasn't that I didn't want the calling, I was just confused. I just came from there. Is that allowed?

The moment he asked me "what do you think?", this happiness filled me. All the the doubt went away and I knew that was the calling I was to have at this time. I clapped my hands, smiled big and said, "I love it! I miss YW." Just weird because I didn't think I missed YWs at all. I was very happy where I was at. It was the first time I had ever had that type of confirmation about a calling. It was pretty cool. It all happened in about 5 seconds.

So there's my big news of lately! I'm back in Young Yomens. I've not been released as secretary yet, so I'm extremely busy. That's alright though. I don't mind being busy. I'm just happy to serve where, and how long I'm needed. While, I'll do another 6 years if I have to!