It is so good to be home. I knew that I was kind of a
homebody before, but spending 4 months away really put it into
perspective. I find myself needing the social interaction of going out,
but only really wanting to stay home. It has become quite the
predicament. Maybe soon I will begin to feel compelled to venture from my
house and explore the world of friends and society...but today is not that day.
Several miracles and wonderful experiences have occurred this
week. I went from not having a job to having three in just two
days. I will be working with my dad filing and scanning paperwork.
That should be enjoyable and tedious at the same time, but I look forward to it
because I will be able to listen to uplifting music and words, the money is
good, and I will have some time to spend with my dad. This will be a
wonderful opportunity to bond and learn from each other. My other job was
received while at the grocery store. I saw my old employer and she ran
over to give me a hug exclaiming that if she had known I was around she would
have hired me for a job. I told her I would be around for a while and she
said that was something she could work with. She called me a few minutes
later telling me that she had two job opportunities and if I wanted that I
could have both. I worked my schedule at my dad's office and now I have
several jobs. I start all of my jobs this week. I will be working
many hours a week, but doing wonderful things and making good money. I
should have some interesting stories to share over the next few months.
I am still in wonder about the amount of love and support
that is being poured out to me. There is a woman in my ward who knows
that I love her desserts and so she made me some as a welcome home gift.
I had another friend come down and spend the day with me to show that they were
here. I have even had several friends write me very touching letters of
love and support. I have had many great conversations and have been
edified by my friends, my family, my ward members, and just acquaintances many
times. Thank you for that.
I continue to learn about the blessings that come from
making righteous choices. Coming home was the hardest decision I have
ever made, but at the same time I know that it was the right one and I am at
peace. I am told that it will get harder, much harder, soon, so I am
anticipating that. I fear that I am not ready, but I am preparing in the
Lord and so I know I will be. The quote of the week comes from my
mom. I was on my way to take the ACT in anticipation of applying for
colleges. I was nervous and she was aware that I could not perform at my
top capability if I was not calm and so she sent me a text message with just a
few words. She said, "Relax. Take a breath. Sing a
song. Smile at a stranger. I love you." Hearing her
words as if I were hearing them from my Father in Heaven, a peace fell over me
and I have repeated those words to myself many times when facing difficult
decision. I am happy. I hope that you are too.
Love,
Tyler "Drew" Bushman
