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Patricia F. SchellAugust 1, 2017

I have served four full time missions. Hard work, much joy and lasting friendships and memories. But PLEASE TELL ME WHY I'VE NEVER SEEN SINGLE SENIOR SISTERS LISTED AS MISSIONARIES WHO SERVE? My last mission was as a single senior sister. My companion for the entire 18 months is still my good friend. I still keep in contact with missionaries, members and Institute students I served. Happiness is having them in my life. Hello! We're out here and we are willing to serve. I was 72. My companion was 74. We're alive and kickin'!

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