The Surface Of The Sun

Sister Richardson's Super Split Seconds


Howdy, party people! How is summer treating you?


Sadly, my time with Sister Church came to an end on Friday. I'm so grateful for the additional 6 weeks we were able to spend together in the field. It was so special to see all the growth we've made and to hit some major milestones together! My new companion is Sister Reese! She is a joyous beast and I can't wait to see where the next 6 weeks take us!


Remember my Peloton era? Yeah, well, my bike got stolen. I guess the hunk of junk was worth more than I thought. RIP to biking for now. I'm not too torn up about it, as it quite literally feels like a furnace outside. Virginia summer is in full swing!


Most of last transfer felt like a big waiting period before something huge! We still don't know exactly what that "something" is, but it's been cool to see the miracles God has worked on our behalf. This truly is His work and we are just the hands He uses to complete it. I can't think of a better position to be in than in the service of our God.


Our mission leaders, President and Sister Crankshaw, will be finishing up their service this week and to say I'm devastated would be an understatement. The deep love and care they've shown to me pushed me to grow beyond what I ever believed I was capable of, and for that I'm forever grateful! One of the most powerful principles I've learned from them is the principle of being ALL IN. From the moment I arrived in Virginia, they counseled us to do whatever we could to be completely present HERE. Achieving this definitely didn't happen overnight, and in fact, is something I'm always trying to work on. However, I've seen firsthand the spiritual power we receive as we give Heavenly Father our heartfelt ALL. What's holding you back from being ALL IN? My advice: give it up and give your heart to God.


Xoxo,
Sister Richardson









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