CARRY ON [a reflection]

self reflection after something such as this always amazes me.
how can one change so much in just two months?
honestly, i feel like a new and better person.
there have been so many experiences that have shaped me.
and led me to want to live my life differently.

russia made me deepen my convictions.
why i live after the manner of a latter day saint.
russians are not afraid to talk deep. they don't just want to skim the service.
i encountered many questions about my choice to not drink coffee, tea, or alcohol.
about chastity. about my belief that i can communicate with God personally through prayer.
was i forced into this? many would ask.
why would i ever want to sit through 3 hours of church?
the answer wasn't simple.

but in the end it always led to the same thing:
 i have a knowledge the gospel our Church teaches true principles.
I know that I can live with my Father in Heaven again, and I know He cares, and knows me.
I know that our Father gave his Son for us.
I know these things. And I have been able to share my beliefs.

also, after being here. i better knew myself.
i knew better my weaknesses. and what i needed to work on more.
i learned when i doubted myself.
i became more confident in talking to strangers. and saying exactly what i think.
i have been able to  become more kylie in all situations.

also, i have some pretty rocking russian skills.

poka,
k. bills