I don't think I have seen a more dedicated pair of people. They were awesome to begin with, but watching my in-laws prepare for their mission was an amazing experience. They took their call seriously and did everything to get ready. My mother-in-law had month by month charts of what needed to be done before they headed out on their mission, like taking care of bill pay, mail, insurance, doctor visits, house maintenance, etc. She was super organized. So much so that she even gave all the kids birthday cards and money for the grandchildren birthdays that she would be missing while away. And Christmas cards as well. Who is that organized? They also studied Portuguese diligently. There were charts, lists, and more strewn over counter tops with Portuguese vocab words, verb conjugations, and prayer formats. Although she got frustrated at times, my mother-in-law and father-in-law worked with their tutor numerous times a week to learn the language. They prayed in Portuguese, they read in Portuguese, they bought Portuguese Primary music Cd's. If this gives any indication about their level of dedication to their mission, I think it is safe to say Portugal is going to be blessed by their efforts.
Although we will miss them, we are so proud of their example. Last night we took pictures with them and each of the kids to help remember them. Thanks to modern technology we will be able to video chat with them while overseas. We cannot wait to hear all about their adventures. Look out Portugal, Elder and Sister McConkie are coming!
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That is so cool! I had forgotten how much Marshall looks like his dad!
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