My Best. Elder L. Stirling Davis

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So, this is the other guy who I owe my eternal life to. He didn't even know how much he meant to me before I told him 2 months ago, through a letter, right before he left on his mission. I felt like I should have told him then, because that's when he needed to know. It was a full page letter, back & forth, with tineeey-tiny handwriting. College-ruled (; ahaha. But in all seriousness Stirling means the world to me. He's become such a huge part of my life, it's kind of insane. I never thought he'd play such a big role to me, and not only that, but his family is the sweetest. I've met his whole immediate family & I can honestly say I've never in my whole life, had such a blessing to know a family who's so kind, funny, and pure of heart. It's insane, & I love them very much.

How we met: 
You've already read this story (maybe) but I'll say it again. I just got uninvolved with a guy that wasn't good for me, I was crying on a Wednesday morning, walked into seminary late, with everyone sitting on the stands staring at me. Great. As if I wasn't already embarrassed enough. There was only 1 seat opened up, & that was next to this boy around my height, maybe an inch or two taller, with this dirty blonde hair, green eyes, sweet smile, thin body and these glasses that were legit prescription. I walked up towards him, asking him if I could sit by him. He smirked a bit & said "yes." As I sat down, I turned away from him making sure I didn't have any more tears coming down my face. I knew who he was, his name was Stirling. He was in marching band, played the clarinet, ROTC, insanely smart, and was just nice. He seemed to have had a very sincere heart. That day when seminary ended I thanked him for letting me sit by him & asked if he needed a ride--I honestly didn't expect him to say yes. I was kind of scared of him actually. He seemed so perfect. Like everything in his life was so well put together, and he had everything he's ever needed. I was intimidated by him, by his testimony, and the spirit he brought with him. Honestly, his spirit was so extremely strong it kind of made me feel uncomfortable, and almost unbearable to be around him--he said yes to the ride. I was kind of in shock, but felt happy at the same time. That's when everything really started. I found out his best friend Eric didn't show up to seminary that day for whatever reason & that's why the seat was empty. We walked into the band room, having some small talk. Before I left to class I asked if it was okay I sat next to him in seminary the following day. He said that was fine & I could sit next to him everyday if I wanted to. I'm proud to say I accepted that invitation (: 

Seussical 2012(:

And that was the beginning. Simple story about how Stirling & I actually met. We began to grow kind of close I guess you could say. October we started to hang out, I had his number & we texted sometimes. He's really helped me. From Stirling just being so great, I wanted to be better. I wanted to be worthy enough to be called his "friend," and I knew with who I use to be needed to change. So I stopped. I stopped everything that I knew what I was doing was wrong. My language, behavior, attitude, who I was at home, everything. It was noticeable too. We spent time with each other at the marching band Halloween party, hung out a few times in November. November was really something because that's when he invited me to join youth choir. I wasn't exactly sure considering I didn't know any girls who went, but I went anyways. I'm so glad I did too, because I gained my testimony there. Being involved in youth choir was probably one of the best experiences I've had in my life. & thanks to Stirling, for just inviting me to go, I gained so much from it. We ended up doing the stake musical where Eric was the main character and from that we saw each other every day. 

Graduation (:

Stirling became such an important part of my life, it was scary to think he'd leave on his mission & I wouldn't see him for 2 years. It really scared me, cause of how important he is to me. I knew I wouldn't become inactive again considering how quickly my testimony has grown & how strong it is already. But he was the first person I was actually close to that was actually going to serve a mission. Someone who I was use to being in my life. But months passed by and it was November 1st 2012 when he got his call. Elder L. Stirling Davis was called to serve in the Louisville Kentucky Mission. He would be reporting to the MTC January 23rd. A few weeks after my birthday. I made him promise me he wouldn't have his farewell on my birthday (the 6th) and he told me how great of a present that would be. I told him "Sure if you wanted to see me cry." When his MTC date kept coming closer I spent more time with him. I wanted to spend all of my time with him though--if that was even possible. We went to the temple on January 16th to do baptisms with his brother, sister & our friend Kyle. It was such a great experience, considering he was the one doing the actual baptizing. It would've been great anyways, but it was just really cool. That weekend was his farewell. 

Part of our senior seminary class (: Temple Trip
Eric, me & Stirling are on the right.  It meant a lot, it was the
first time going to the temple in 6 years. 

That Saturday I spent my night playing a game with his family for about 3 hours (just 1 round...I forget the name of the game. but it was long. thank his daddy for helping me not lose :D) Sunday they had an open house for him, his family & friends all went & that's when I actually had to say goodbye (he left to Utah to see his family before he left to the MTC.) I was suppose to be home at 5 & ended up getting home at 6. I was at his house for almost 5 hours just being silly, spending time with our friends & him, taking silly pictures (which a few might be up when I get them) and it was great. But that was probably the hardest goodbye I've ever had to do. We hugged a lot, then he opened my car door, closed it. I waved & then held up 2 fingers & he did the same. I cried for a while (actually started crying as soon as he turned around, but I knew everything would be okay,) it was really hard to say goodbye, but it wasn't really goodbye--I just now realized that. I've written him about 12 letters already (6 of them were from June 2012-January 2013 that I gave him as a part of his birthday/Christmas/going away gift.) It'll be 13 next Monday (: He wrote me back after his 1st week at the MTC & it's always such a thrill getting a letter from him (: I love Stirling with all of my heart. I love his family too, they're the best and I'm blessed to know the Davis'. His little sister is too adorable. His big brother is the funniest guy I know, and he always puts me in a better mood when I'm around him. His older sisters are so insanely sweet & kind. His mom is such a joy to be around. His dad is one of the smartest guys I know & is so legit.

Stirling is such a great example to everyone. Was an insanely perfect example to me & I'm glad I told him. I never got a chance to see his reaction when I told him, but I'm sure it meant something to him (: He keeps encouraging me on how I need to serve my mission & I cannot wait to tell him that I'll be able to start my papers Sunday :D It'll be great.

Prom day date :D He was my first official date, & he thought it was insane I've never been out on a date before him. He's seriously perfection & the PERFECT gentleman.