I guess there is a reason for this.

For my young age, i consider myself pretty busy. I know not as busy as others, but pretty busy. Between swimteam, lifeguard, school and church i lead a pretty intense life. But. Yesterday, a bit more was added onto my already full platter. At about 9:00 am I was greeted by a phone call from one of the stake youth leaders asking me if i could meet with Brother Harper and Brother Taylor that evening at six thirty in the stake offices. And of course, I agreed. I had a pretty good idea of what they were going to ask me, and I was pretty overwhelmed at the fact but not to the extreme because I know God does things for a reason, so when six thirty rolled around I was sitting on the nice plush velvet couch outside the stake offices.

The door opened and another fellow youth member from the stake walked out. I saluted the boy and was welcomed into the room with the priesthood holders after handshakes all around I took my seat and a deep breath. "Mandi." Brother Taylor said, "We know you are very busy and that is why we have asked you, we know you will put forth time to make this calling benefit for you but more for those around you. We are asking you to be a special needs youth counselor." He continued on for a bit explaining my job. And then asked me, "Would this be a job you are willing to accept." I looked the high council member in the eye and honestly said, "Well of course. brother taylor. I will accept this." He stood shook my hand and said, "Sister, do you mind if we set you apart tonight?" I looked at him, "Please do." As they set me apart, all the feelings of overwhelmness i had previously felt were washed away. Even though I am busy, My heavenly father knows that I can do this. And that this is what I need right now. So. I'll for sure keep you posted on my work as a "special needs youth counselor." Wish me luck.