Sam at the MTC

 My nephew Sam showing his CTR ring ("Choose The Right")

 Sam is at the Missionary Training Center, learning Italian and preparing to teach the people of Milan Italy. This is the name tag he will wear for the next 2 years. It's a great honor to wear the tag!

Elder Walker

The Church of

Jesus Christ

of Latter Day Saints

 Yeah, you could say they have a few things to study.....

 Sam's Italian district

Sam and his 2 companions wearing their Italy shirts!

WE LOVE YOU SAM!

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(all photo credits to Sam's family and friends)

Sam's farewell

 My one and only nephew - look how adorable he is :)

Sam is 19 and was recently called to serve as a missionary for 2 years in Milan Italy

I am so proud of him, and so excited for him!

He's a terrific boy and I know he will be a wonderful missionary :)

 Before he left for the Mission Training Center we took a quick trip to his hometown, 

to hear him speak in church, to let him know how much we love him, and to say goodbye.

 It has really been a joy to watch him grow and mature over the years - what a great kid :)

 John's brother Fred (Sam's dad) on the right 

Sam, you will be such a blessing in the lives of the people in Milan Italy :)

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(photo credit other than myself goes to Sam's family)