Sometimes Things Just Work Out

Jeffrey had always planned to finish 2 semesters at A&M and then go on his mission. Lately he's been looking at his future (after mission) classes. He passed a lot of AP exams, and he doesn't want to start any Accounting classes until after his mission. So if he goes to school next semester, he would have at least one semester after his mission where he would only need one or two classes. Kind of a waste of time and money. So 2 weeks ago he told us he wanted to stay home next semester and try to leave on his mission as soon as he turned 19 on March 8th. Robert and I are fine with that. This means he can turn in his mission papers December 8th (90 days before his birthday). Coming up quickly! I told him he needed to try to find a doctor and dentist in College Station, as a medical exam and dental exam are both required. He said he would look.

During the week I started stewing about his medical exam and dental exam (because stewing is something I do very well). When and where would he get them done in College Station? His bishop said the only member dentist he knew was in Hempstead - 45 minutes away, and he didn't know a member doctor. Last Monday I got to thinking that since Jeffrey was coming home for the weekend, and could be here by 1:00 on Friday, maybe I should try to make some appointments. Sounds plausible, right?

Well, it would be except for two things:

1. Jeffrey was cut loose from our pediatrician (yes, we still use one - he's great) when he graduated, and the GP Robert and I have used has moved, we know not where.

2. Our dentist, who we really like, doesn't work Fridays.

So, I had to find a new doctor and dentist who could fit him in on Friday - 4 days away.

2-1/2 years ago we had to get immunizations for travel. The doctor the company sent us to was very nice. He's also an Internal Medicine doctor, so capable of doing a physical. I called the office and was able to get an appointment at 2:00. Perfect.

On to finding a dentist. A dental office had opened near our new Kroger. Someone in the ward had used them and said they were very nice. I called and miraculously was able to get an appointment for 4:00 on Friday! I couldn't believe it! They were able to fit him in at the exact time we needed them too.

So by Friday evening his medical exam and dental exam were both completed! By a very nice doctor (who we will probably use from now on) and a very nice dentist! Woo hoo!

Oh, and Saturday morning we were able to get pictures taken so he could send in a nice one with his mission papers.

So, basically, all that Jeffrey has left to do is finish filling out the little bits of his papers that haven't been completed, and meet with his bishop and stake president. He should easily be able to get that all done by December 8th.

I'd like to say I'm impressed with myself for getting his appointments set up so quickly, by I'm pretty sure the Lord played a big part in getting it all accomplished. There must be a reason for Jeffrey to get out on his mission quickly!