Where there's a will, there's a way...

I believe that things in life don't happen by chance. Most of the things we do... that we experience... are a direct result of our own choices and actions. 

Unfortunately, this means that I have lost many opportunities in my life, either by not listening to the guidance of the Spirit, or just making unwise choices. But it also means that I have the power to control my destiny... a good thing! We can never change the past, but we can always create a new ending. And when we truly want something, if it is a good thing, and if we do everything humanly possible to obtain it, I believe the Lord will do His part to make it happen for us. 

So... it has been my dream for nearly thirty years to return to Italy and again share the gospel of Jesus Christ.  A few months ago Michael, my husband, and I returned to Italy. While there we received an invitation, rather a call, to return to Sicily within the year and serve as part-time service missionaries, under the direction of Presidente Nudo, the new stake President of Sicily. We plan to leave June 16, 2011. 

There are many worthy things in life that I have endeavored to do. However, I have learned that when I put my life and my will in the Lord's hands, the things that He sees as worthy endeavors are much higher than mine and His adventures are greater than I could have ever imagined. 

So, "where there's a will, there's a way", and if it's the Lord's will, the way will certainly be opened. Or, as it is stated in the Doctrine & Covenants section 4, "Therefore, if ye have desires to serve God, ye are called to the work."

We are so excited to return to Italy!!!  There is much to be done before we leave but it will be "light" work.  :)