When the day finally came for Jim's mission call, we were able to watch him open it on Skype. He called at the appointed time and we just had to wait for 15 minutes or so for Wade to get home from work. He really has a long commute.
There were some nice members with a slow internet connection willing to have 4 elders in their home while Jim opened then read his call (back) to the Utah Salt Lake City West mission. He was so glad for the real mission call, and is happy to be going back to the mission that gave him the opportunity for the short term mission assignment, though he would have been excited for anywhere, he said. He also would be glad to learn Spanish, but is also happy to teach the gospel in English.
His report to the MTC date is November 14. He will be home on October 30 (in time for Halloween?!), go through the temple to receive his endowments on November 10, then back to Utah on a plane with mom on November 11, 2012. Everything with his mission happens FAST! Family and friends have all been so supportive during this year as his call was delayed, then the short-term mission came and now the real mission call.
Jim's attitude has been so positive about serving a mission and he continues to be enthusiastic about learning and sharing the gospel. This is an amazing stage of his life and has required some careful planning to have everything needed in place. We love watching Jim's progress in life. He has made some great choices. He continues to surprise and impress us :)
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