13 Blessings

    Some people think that 13 is a very unlucky number...but for me it is a VERY lucky number! It's the number of companions I have had over the course of my mission. I have been so blessed to work with and learn from each and every person I have been blessed to spend 24/7 with from a period of 2 weeks to 12 weeks. 

Sister Jorgensen will forever be my first companion! When I arrived at the MTC her name was on my little packet and I thought the name 'Victoria Jorgensen' sounded pretty cool and she fit her name wonderfully. I learned so much faith and gratitude from her that set the tone for my mission.

Oh, Sister Lee and Sister McKee! When I arrived in the mission field and President Riggs announced that Sister Call would be trained by, Sister Lee and Sister McKee...I never dreamed I would be in a Trio...Sister Lee was my companion for just 2 weeks before she left to go back to Temple Square in Salt Lake City but she really impressed upon my mind the importance of the sacred call that was mine as a missionary.

When Sister Lee left, It was just Sister McKee and I for the next 10 weeks. Sister McKee was the best trainer in the world. She was the epitome of patience with me and my obstinance and homesickness. She was there for me and really taught me how to be a missionary by forgetting myself and loving the people that I would serve.

Sister Egbert...I am pretty sure that I prayed this wonderful Sister to me! I was so nervous with my trainer leaving me and about who my next companion would be. I just prayed that I would have someone that I could talk to. If anyone is good at talking with people it is Sister Egbert! We had so much fun together and she taught me so much the importance of being yourself as a missionary! 

Sister Richards, my AMAZINGLY talented Violin playing companion. God put us together just in time for the Holidays. Those holidays became holy days to me as we testified of The Saviors' birth together through music and scripture. She was so fun and loving and was patient with my transition from my first area to my second. She taught me so much about diligence and helping others according to their needs.

Sister Hill!!! She is Stellar! When I got the call that I would be training a new missionary I was so nervous! I shouldn't have been because Sister Hill came already an awesome missionary. Such faith and boldness right off the bat! She hit the ground running and took me along with her. She taught me that I can trust in the Lord and He will make miracles happen!

There was no one happier than Sister McBride and I at the transfer when we became companions! We were already friends from serving by each other in a previous zone and being companions simply strengthened that friendship. Sister McBride's example really taught me about being faithful to the testimony that I have. 

Sister Christensen was fun! How grateful I am for all the things that I learned during our time together. It can be so easy to get stuck into a routine of how we do missionary work and Sister Christensen really taught me to have fun with missionary work. 

Trio round two! two areas, two zones, two companions! Two was definitely my lucky number when I was with Sister Wright and Sister Mitchell. Sister Wright is so sweet and cares so much about the wellbeing of others, especially her companions. She taught me the importance of creativity in missionary work!

Sister Mitchell and I were so sad when we lost Sister Wright to Leesburg...But we persevered and enjoyed every minute we had together, through car trouble and regular missionary work problems, we still managed to work hard in accomplishing our purpose. I learned so much from Sister Mitchell the importance of standing up for what you believe in.

Sister Cordner is so bold. For only being together 5 weeks I learned so much from Sister Cordner about real intent, doing whatever the Lord asks of us, even if it isn't in the plans that we have made for ourselves. 

Sister Adair has red hair and lives up to it! She is a fireball of energy and always on the go! She really understands the purpose of missionary work to help others to come unto Christ and wherever she goes you will always see her helping others. 

Sister Eddy is always ready! Ready to teach others and help them feel the spirit. She has been so helpful to me in enduring to the end of my mission. She always has good ideas and learns so much and teaches what she learns to me and to everybody else. I love how Sister Eddy doesn't beat around the bush when it comes to important things and teaches me to do the same.

God has really blessed me over the course of my mission. God often blesses us through other people and uses us to bless the lives of others. Who has been a blessing in your life and how can you be a blessing in someone elses life today?