Before & After

This is my brother Brad. Growing up, Brad was crazy and entertaining and annoying, all at the same time. He was smart and competent, and everyone called Brad when they needed something done. He seemed to be good at pretty much everything he tried. My kids adored him - he was crazy Uncle Brad. These few pictures give a pretty good idea of who my little brother is.

Today, that same little brother returned from serving the Lord in the Michigan Detroit Mission. He's still a tad crazy, and still pretty entertaining (note the shoes!), and as for annoying . . . well, he did try to give me a wet willy. I'm glad that my little brother I remember is still there. But more than that, I am so impressed with the amazing man he has become. His competence and smarts and willingness to help anyone who needed anything made him an wonderful missionary. I am so grateful for the example he is to my kids. Not a night went by that we didn't pray that Uncle Brad would be a good missionary. And if we forgot, Adam reminded us. I am grateful that Heavenly Father answered our prayers. And I'm so excited that Brad is home, wet willy's and all. Randi put it best when she said that it's just like Christmas! Welcome home Elder Nerd Boy!