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Crystal City is great as ever💛💛 I'm going to be heart broken when I have to leave. 

Personal revelation is real. God wants to speak with you. Yes, it is personal but I am going to share three different experiences during three separate prayers since I've been on the mission. 
     The first one happened after I had been contemplating Christ like attributes for several days. How, in a fallen world, could any mortal have enough of a Christ like quality to eventually see Christ as he is. 
Q: How can I make these qualities become part of my character? 
A: Focus on the people 
     The second one may sound silly but we are promised we can know the secrets of the universe! (1N 10:19) And I just want to know everything right now😂 I get sad when study time is over. I was telling God this & he said "You will learn much more on your mission by studying for other people than you ever could by just studying for yourself." Alright. PMG it is! 
     This last one might sound sad but do not fret, I am still very happy. I asked God how after a year and a half of separation I can still feel such a deep, longing void in my heart for my sister. Three years seems impossible sometimes. I dont want to be anywhere else. VA is home now. I dont know what else to do. How can this void ever be filled? "Fill it with the people."   
      Its all been a big lesson for me. If that doesn't tell you anything about missionary work then I dont know what will. This is cool. I like this life. 

I love life right now. It's interesting because I miss everyone from home.. But the missing feeling doesn't ache. Mostly wish I could just have a phone call to tell a quick story. 

Good luck to everyone who started school last week or this week! 💙  Remember, education sets you free! 

Peace and blessings!
-Sister Izzy Smith 

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