On Tuesday evening, June 16th, Sister Copeland's family had an open house for her to say good-bye to family and friends since she would be leaving the next day for her 18-month mission to Pocatello, Idaho. It was a wonderful evening for all who went and wished her well. Everyone could feel the excitement of Sister Copeland who soon would be departing on one of the greatest experiences of her life.
Sister Copeland's Uncle Craig and Aunt Cassie, along with her cousins, Riley, Kennedy, Dawson, and Marlie.
The next day, her family all bid her farewell. Her family will certainly miss her, but they know of her excitement and readiness to get started in the mission field. They all realize how much she will contribute to the work of the Lord and the people she will serve.
After leaving the DFW Airport, Sister Copeland had a stopover in Salt Lake City where she had a gigantic eight-hour layover! So, she was thrilled when her two Copeland cousins came and picked her up to spend the day with them before they needed to get her back to the airport for the final portion of her trip to her mission field in Pocatello, Idaho.
Sister Copeland with her cousins Lauren and Jenna.
Cousins and Sister Copeland's Aunt Kim Copeland.
From her cousin Jenna, this experience was related: "As we were on our way to the airport, a lady was driving and her bike flew off the back of her car! So, Sister Copeland and Lauren ran out there to help while I watched the traffic. The lady was so excited to see Sydney's missionary badge and said her daughter started the Missionary Training Center this week! And we made sure she was on time to meeting her group at 3:00 p.m. She's going to be the best missionary!"
We all certainly agree!
Farewell, Sister Copeland! We can't wait to hear of all your experiences in the Idaho Pocatello Mission!
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