David Is Back!

Hello everyone! I have some exciting news for ya. My little brother David got back from his 2 year mission to Tijuana Mexico on Monday! Jake and I are currently with him and the rest of the family hanging out in California. I was able to fly into the Sacramento airport a few hours before David (aka Elder Ainsworth) arrived. My parent's and I wore sombreros, had balloons, and a huge sign that said "Welcome Home Elder Ainsworth". His flight was a little late so we stood in the airport looking ridiculous for an unnecessary long time. We got many looks from spectators ranging from positive to not so positive. Finally someone came down the escalator from a flight and asked us if we were waiting for the young man that was returning from 2 years in Mexico....that is when I lost it. I don't think I've cried so much in utter happiness since the day Jake and I got married. Soon after, my mom lost it too. David looked so handsome in his suit. And the best part is that he doesn't seem all awkward and wierd like most RM's. He seems just like the David (to quote from Jake) "we threw into the MTC 2 years earlier". It has been so much fun catching up with him and hearing all the mission stories he couldn't write home about. The only difference I recognize is his maturity. Right now he has a lot of mixed emotions. He is happy to be home with family and friends, but he was really sad to leave. He is probably the only missionary I know who wishes he could have served for 3 years. Which just goes to show what an amazing individual he is. I am so glad he's finally home. *The picture above is our first hug in 2 years*