Milestones

Ok,
So it hit me tonight that today is a big day for me because it is yet again a one year milestone for me and Trent.

Yes, today one year ago he received his mission call and our lives changed forever.
Yes one year. Can you believe it?  Which means, I'm almost to the year mark, it's actually hitting home right now that I'm almost a year done with the wait.  Which excites me so much. Like I'm literally in shock right now.
GAH! I can't believe it, today is most definitely one of those days when reality hits you in the face. But in a good way. :D :D :D

So, I figured I should re-tell the story because I realized that I haven't told it and I really should share it.

Ok, so it just so happened that I was in Ohio that weekend visiting, and we had expected his mission call prior to then, but it just hadn't arrived yet.  They had been sent back a couple of times which had been frustrating because he had wanted to go so badly, and it was taking longer than what we both had wanted.  But, we need to stay patient because the Lord always has His hand in every aspect of our lives.  The positive side was that Trent was able to work some more and we were able to get to know each other better.  Well, after a very long week (and an small argument), a 2 1/2 layover in Vegas on my way there I finally arrived and was back in his arms.  We secretly hoped that his call would come that weekend because I really wanted to be there, and I know he wanted me there as well.
Well the next morning, I got up, and got ready for the day. I had just gotten dressed after showering and was washing my face when he came in with the large white envelope addressed to him.  I initially became excited because it had finally come.  The largest mystery was where was he going?  So, after we both finished getting ready we went to the kitchen and opened it.  It was only us there and we were both excited.  Go ahead and watch the video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AFAZOJrSBw&feature=youtu.be

So,  as you can tell, I was nervous.  But I could tell he was so excited.  We then went and told his mom and he took it with him that day so he could show everyone the good news.  I was so happy for him, but I realized that everything was changing.  He would be leaving me for 24 months.  We obviously talked a lot about him leaving and how we would try to work everything out.  One thing I did know is that we loved each other very much, but he needed to leave for a short time and serve our Heavenly Father by teaching those without the truth about the gospel of Jesus Christ and the happiness that comes from having that knowledge and implementing it in your life.

And the wait before the wait was SO HARD on both of us.  Part of us both wanted to get him out there, yet at the same time I didn't want him to go.  The adversary worked hard on me, and him while we were getting ready to send him off.  But Trent stayed strong, and I'm so proud he did.  This journey since he left has had it's highs and lows to say the least.  But I wouldn't trade any of it for the world. This time apart is good for the both of us and I'm glad I get to share it with him.

Lastly, obviously I'm almost to my year mark. 2 more months and I'll be halfway done.
SAY WHAT?!?!?!
I know, it's crazy.  I feel like he should only be gone 3-5 months, and yet i"m here at month 10.  Sure, some days seem slower, but they've generally flown by.   Ironically enough just the other day I was thinking "Yeah, I'm at 10 months.  I've made it so far!"  But it truly didn't hit me until tonight when I realized that I've reached this second milestone for Trent and myself.

I'm so glad he's serving his mission, that he's working as hard as he can to be faithful.  I'm also glad we had the opportunity to share opening his call together, as well as a one year anniversary for not only our relationship, but also (almost) his mission.  :D
This wait is so worth it ladies, and as hard as it may seem, it's also very doable!