Sometimes when life is changing you find friends in people you wouldn't expect. One great example is Walker Orr. Walker was called as my councillor in April. Before that time I didn't know him very well. Walker and I never hung out after church. We had a different circle of friends, and enjoy different lifestyles. Over the summer I was experiencing several challenges. Walker knew I was having a rough time and forced me to begin delegating more of my responsibility. Every chance he got he would volunteer to do something. He taught me that I don't have to do everything myself, I can accept help. In a time of my life when I needed it most he was there...always there. As I mentioned earlier Walker and I were only friends in church. I didn't expect that I would have a hard time when he left for his mission. As the time got closer, I realized more and more what he did for me. Just before he left, walker and I went out and had some amazing experiences with less active members. That night as we said goodbye for one of the last times, I told him all he had done for me. He then mentioned things I did for him. I never realised how much he looked up to me, or the affect I had on him. He has been on his mission just over a month now. I have received several letters from him and he continues to be an example to me. I am very grateful for this friend I never knew I had. Always treat everyone with the greatest love and appreciation. You never know how you affect their lives.
