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7 days

Down to one week now.  In all honesty, I literally don't know where I will be a week from now.  Could be Utah, could be on the way to Sao Paulo. Guess I'll find out in 3 days.

Today's focus: Preach My Gospel. I remember when this book came out, and I remember the discussions before it, because that was how I was taught.  And my mother and father and brothers.  I didn't pay much attention to it at first, but then a few years ago, I acquired my own copy and began studying it.  As I studied and learned, I gained a greater desire to serve a mission and share the gospel with others.  There's not much else to say.  I've studied this book cover to cover, and it is a partial influence on my decision to go on a mission.

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  1. I've been enjoying these countdown blogs from you. It's interesting to see your thinking of why you wanted to serve a mission. Of course, I enjoy all your blogs and will miss them while you're gone.

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