Derek

Derek was ordained a Priest today!  I can hardly believe he has reached this age.  I am so proud of my quiet hero.  He is a quiet, gentle giant.  He has such a strong moral compass and is very firm in the power of discernment in knowing what is right and what is wrong.  He was very excited as he had to wait a bit because of Stake Conference last week.  He asked Richard Schmuhl to ordain him. I felt so privileged to be there. ther Schmuhl gave a very sweet blessing to Derek.  He blessed him to know that he is loved by his Father in Heaven.  He blessed him to work hard and to succeed in his school work.  Brother Schmuhl has been such a positive influence on Derek, we are so grateful for him and feel blessed to have him as a neighbor.  He is Sam, Derek's best friend's dad.  I know that my parents would have been there had it been possible.  They sure are proud of you Derek, as am I.  I love you and I am excited for your new opportunities for blessings in the way you live your life and for being able to be a blessing in other's lives by magnifying your priesthood.