seph is stoked!
No Girlfriend?
Definitely.
How I did it: Had it as a goal all growing up. Just knew that it was something that I wanted/needed to do. I had a family that was supportive too. My Bishop helped me get started ... saved some money and that was about it to get started.
Lessons & tips: The temptations will grow as you get closer to the day that you serve. Make sure that you stay close to the Lord and pray daily ... you'll never need it more than as you get ready to go. Be sure to make sure you have a testimony as well ... or at least be working on it.
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Totally disagree with both of you on this. Two of my brothers had girlfriends that waited, supported and they got married when they returned. If a girlfriend is not a distraction and a support then its good if not then I agree..ditch her.