Parting Pictures with Hermana Lewis

The Vance's and Caudle's came for dinner on Jan. 29th, Monday for our farewell dinner with Emily. Afterwards, Dad led us in a good FHE discussion on missionaries and taught us from the scriptures. Then, as her Stake President, he set her apart as a full-time missionary. What a choice experience it was for Crismon to have that privilege. Emily is the first and last of our children to be set apart by her Dad. I'm grateful for a good husband who honors his Priesthood to bless our children through that power on earth. I love the feeling of heaven in our home at these special occasions. I wanted to record some of the pictures of our FHE with Emily before she left and the goodbye hugs.

Julia Vance loves her Aunt Emily.

All the grandchildren love Aunt Emily!

Bryson Vance all smiles with Aunt Emily.

Cute sisters! Ondalynn & Emily

Sydney hugs her Aunt Emily.

Aunt Emily & cute Clark

Sweet sisters! Vivienne & Emily

One last good-bye to darling Daisy.

We were also celebrating Clark's 6th birthday with an Argentina Flag cake that Emily made.

Grandma Lewis with Clark.

Wed., Jan. 31st, Emily flew to SLC. There were smiles among the tears, but so grateful she has this opportunity to serve the Lord.

Emily is blessed with many gifts like her Dad.

It's especially hard for Mom's to say good-bye.

Go forth to Serve! Hurrah for Israel!