Elder Shields in Carlsbad, CA

Matt shared his farewell with long time friend Ian Ludwig.  Matt's topic was the Plan of Salvation.  I was so impressed with his missionary presence and the way he delivered his message.  He and Ian also sang I Hope They Call Me on a Mission, (Check back here later, I am trying to figure out how to upload the audio of that song.)  Great job boys!  Matt had an open house for friends at the house on Saturday, and family over for dinner on Sunday.  Forgot to take pics Saturday night, but here are some of the fam on Sunday.  I am kicking myself for not demanding a complete cousin shot!  We are so grateful for family and friends that make these kind of events so fun and memorable!  Photo cred goes to Vickie Anderson, thanks Vickie! Thanks for all the pictures Vickie!

 Matt opens his call...                                                     CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA MISSION, leaving August 9th, 2017 to the Provo MTC.  His mission President, Glen B. Thomas and his wife Kim, are from Bountiful, Utah.  The President will be released to come home in July 2019, so Matt will have a new President the last month of his mission. Glen B. and Kim W. Thomas Mission President and Wife

Matt has been checking the mailbox faithfully and today was the day!  Some mission calls in our area have been delivered on Wednesday, but most on Thursday.  Matt's, of course, came on Friday.