Sincerely, Africa

What a life! Here we are, in Africa, living, learning, and loving large. I was once told that God is in the details, so write it all down. My family and friends, I would be so honored to share this adventure with you. I ask that you be patient with my updates, for they may not come everyday. I want to make sure that I experience all the details in the raw first, before I invite the whole world in. It's important that I can not only take a picture of my memories here, but to truly be apart of the picture and memory. My loved ones, I pray for this trip that my goals are bold. I pray that my senses become more enhanced everyday. I pray boldly that when our journey ends, I am able to go home with details of how the African sun felt on my face... I want to be able to tell you how I was apart of Africa, not just visiting. So, my family and friends, that is my goal. To be APART of something so large. To be apart of this mission passionately, fully, and whole heartedly. Here we go!

[mandyheiser]

He really is my favorite guy around. Thoughtful, attentive, self-reflecting, respectful, surprising, spontaneous, loving, hilarious, comforting, assuring, and so... So much more. What I'm trying so say is my husband is freaking awesome. (at Uinta National Forest)

[mandyheiser]

06.10.2017 Well, you know what they say... When at UOA, you make boomerangs. Just kidding, no one says that. #UOA #midway #beUTAHful #opticalperfection #invisioneyehealth (at Zermatt Resort)

[mandyheiser]

Brought in the new year with this view!

[mandyheiser]

Happy New Year! 365 new days. 365 new opportunities. A new year means nothing if you're still in love with your comfort zone. Get out there and have some fun! Cheers to 2017! 🎉🍾🍻 Love, The Angeli's (at Causey Reservoir)

[mandyheiser]

Thinking of my family this season! I love you!

[mandyheiser]

A very, Merry Christmas indeed with this handsome man of mine. Our first Christmas together in our first home! Here's to many more. You're the greatest gift. #happybirthdayjesus #dateyourmate

[mandyheiser]

Mailee sends her warm wishes to all! #happybirthdayjesus

[mandyheiser]

Merry Christmas from this wild bunch of jingle Bell's! More to come! (at Layton, Utah)

[mandyheiser]

There aren't many people like these two people in the world. Hilarious, honest, loyal... Willing to give me the shoes off their feet (Hannah) and the vest off their back (Michael). Utah awaits you, my friends! #foreveryoung #foreverfamily #ucdreamteam

[mandyheiser]

I would be lost without you Pops. I love you. Like many others, this man never gave up on me and raised me how to love others with a kind and forgiving heart. Thank you Dad...for being my Dad. (at Hacienda Colorado)

[mandyheiser]

I prayed to marry a man who's family would love me and accept me for all I am. Today, I am blessed to say that my prayers have been answered. Thank you for your love, inspiration, and endless support. The world is ours, family! #welcometoutah

[mandyheiser]

Can you spot me? I don't know... Maybe the one who is waving obnoxiously at the camera. #whereswaldo #wheresmandy

[mandyheiser]

12.16.16 The day I didn't fall on my face while collecting my diploma. #praisejesus (at Broadmoor World Arena)

[mandyheiser]

12.15.16 Grad Bash with the UC DREAM TEAM, plus Ethan! Thank you all for your endless support and love through this journey. College really has been the best years of my life because of you all. Cheers and more pictures to come!

[mandyheiser]

We havent quite been the traditional love story. When you were in San Diego, I was in Oregon. When you were in Colorado I was in Reno. When I was in Colorado you were in Afghanistan.  When I remained in Colorado to finish my degree, you were in Utah. And now, my love, when you are in Utah... I am in Utah. Our story is the most fun, wild, crazy, supportive, and incomparable one written. We have always been a team of distance, but now, prepare, because neither you or I are going anywhere. Here's to us Bo, we finally get to live in our home together! Cheers to our many new chapters to come, my world! #dateyourmate #closethechapter #readthenext #pageturner

[mandyheiser]

Happy TWENTY FIRST to my special girl, Brianna! It is incredible to look back and see how close we have come over the years. It's funny because it's your birthday and therefore, you should be getting showered with gifts! However, it seems as though you have completely showered the world with your funky, fresh presence, and that is the greatest gift of all. I am so thankful for your sisterhood, friendship, integrity, open mind, and punk personality. I know I'm not there to celebrate beside you, but know that Bo and I are not far and will drink a beer tonight in your honor! Cheers, My Girl, to the greatest time of your life! I love and miss you! YOU ARE TWENTY ONE!! #finally #weloveyou #happybirthday

[mandyheiser]

12.16.16 Behind me, all my memories. Before me, all my dreams. Around me, all who love me. Within me, all I need. Ladies and gentlemen, I am a college graduate. I GRADUATED COLLEGE! #uccsalumni #canitakeanapnow #graduated🎓 (at Broadmoor World Arena)