Our New Ward
I really like our new ward, they’re very friendly and nice. People have gone out of their way to introduce themselves and be kind. Over the years, Zach and I have spent most of our time in needy wards where we were really needed and it’s a different feeling to move into a well-established, stable ward. I don’t feel like we’re really needed here. I feel guilty and selfish for moving here. It troubles me. It’s like we’ve moved into a ward where we can take a vacation from having a lot of responsibilities. It makes us feel a little out of place. The one thing they say they need is more kids. So maybe our children are the ones who are needed here? It reinforces the feelings of doubt that I still have about if we made the right choice to move here. I try not to dwell on those feelings because we’re in too deep to go back now. Is there a lesson to be learned in this? Why did we end up here?
I don’t know! But I am so thankful you are here. . we should get together again this week. I know I have some things going on a couple of the days. I will check my calendar and then we should plan a play date.
I’m up for that, only, I don’t know who left the comment :)
I also have a superfriendly, zion-tastic ward (I have seriously never seen a ward like this). Just because things are working well it doesn’t mean they are all stocked up and have no need for you. I have actually had much more opportunity to do missionary work here than anywhere else I’ve lived. I’ve also made some amazing friendships that will affect me forever, and I have been more active in this ward than any before. You should definitely not feel guilty or selfish for being in a great ward. God knows your family’s needs… especially your needs to be productive in building his kingdom. There’s a time for everything. I love that you’re freaking out because the ward is awesome. Just jump in and get to know everyone and all these worries will be put to rest.