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Greg link's avatar

So so proud of you grandson. I am overjoyed that we remain brothers in the Lord. Introducing people to God’s plan of happiness must be extremely satisfying AND sharing your hard earned faith and institutional knowledge to pay it forward creates a ripple effect for an entire community of humans. While the church is just the support system for personal and family revelation it is a more critical piece of the plan of love and happiness than we give credit for. You have had a master class in organizational interdependence and leadership and i am so inspired you have the will and wisdom to finish strong and pay it forward. ❤️🙏 love poppop

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Rollo's avatar

Great story Ralieigh, very well said. We are proud of you. That was a great thing you did for the lady, paying her bill. Awesome

We Love You.

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Shelly's avatar

Raleigh!!! 🥺 This was so beautiful and wonderful! We love you so very much and absolutely crave your letters! You have become even wiser than when you left for your journey - and isn’t that the BEST?! So proud of you.

I, too continue learning new things about life, love, charity and happiness. I never expect that this learning thing is so continual, even though we knew it would be.

Go forward as the pioneer as you are, Raleigh! Into a new (for you) part of Africa) and teach these amazing people how also to do and to lead! You’ve already done the hardest part - now you get to share it!!

Grandpa and I can’t wait to hear about all of it! We’ll be patient a bit longer to hold you in our arms. We love you! You are loved by SO MANY!

Love, Grandma and Grandpa ❤️

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Natalie Norton's avatar

I love you, my little Bene Gesserit 💗😂💗 Your reconstruction is such a beautiful inspiration to your momma. I’m so grateful to and for you. Thank you for being so brave.

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Jesse Price's avatar

Raleigh. I’m constantly blown away that you were not only able to deconstruct so thoughtfully at a young age but also understand the need for reconstruction. It’s a beautiful privilege that you have the opportunity to experience. I get so excited every time I see a Raleigh email in my inbox and I read it aloud with Doretha. :) You’re in our hearts and thoughts and “prayers” dude. Keep doing rad things. 🔥

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Natalie Norton's avatar

Best uncle and aunty around 💗💗

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Brittany Wilund's avatar

So much love for you Raleigh!! Happy to know you friend.

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Becca's avatar

We love you Raleigh! That last sentence 🔥🥹. You’re incredible!

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Aiden Swanson's avatar

Bro I love you so much, I can’t wait to hear about your time back in the field! You’re a super special guy and I know you’ll be great in whatever is placed ahead of you, keep having fun and get some sleep!

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Tay's avatar

So much good about all of this. I absolutely love learning from you. I love every. single. thing. about you, Walter.

“… the nerves just mean I’m about to be brave.”

Thank you for being exactly who you are.

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Bev Smith's avatar

Plus went to Tamayos Paddleout for You! Beautiful & Jesus Loves You Vibes! 🙏🏼🤟🏼❤💦🤙🏼

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Bev Smith's avatar

You Rock Raleigh! Seriously! I had an eye twitch when I did this weird foot bath that was supposed to take all the heavy metals out of my body...weird. I'm sure it is Stress related but blessings on your head & particularly your eye! So Annoying! So Proud of all your hard work, huge efforts & listening to the Spirit! The Gospel of Jesus Christ is Love, I am trying to learn it better and Love my People even when they sometimes seem unlovable or push all my frigging buttons. I am trying to love as he loves, with complete and whole love, independent of behavior. Come as You are Love, Love Now not at some future perfect version of any of us, but I digress. Sprint to the End! We are So Fricken Proud of You! RIght there, Right Now, Eye twitch & All! You Got this! Love Love Love & Aloha from the Northshore

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Jeff Heggie's avatar

Love this Raleigh. Thanks for sharing your stories. We are proud of you and all that you are doing!

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