Leaving for Indiana

Mom and Dad i miss you. But things have slowly improved with my experience so far being a missionary. I have mentioned most of the things that you would want to hear i believe. I am so excited for the field, there is a joy in service, there is peace in working, and there is diligence when you feel you need to, not for yourself but for someone out there who needs you.

Its fun and excellent to hear that President Cleveland talked with you, you guys should become friends. But Bobbie was telling how cold it was, and the few weather reports i get does heavily indicate that it is extremely cold (like snow storms, and 15 degrees). So it probably is a good idea to prepare to send that package with the heavier jacket, it also it sounds like boots are a necessesary(though the book said that i could get them there so that might be a p day). And while it didnt say i needed to, there is a small chance that i may need to purchase a bycycle though i also may not need to, it seems to be a little confusing about that. But i will find out and report back.

Tuesday 7:15 appears to be my departure date to return to the country. I will send a email with my flight plan monday just so you guys can know.

At times i find myself wondering how i am going to complete this mission, one month was really hard, i still have 23 to go. But i remember what you taught me and how you raised me, and that preparation tells me that it will be difficult but that i can do it. The preparation here at the MTC has taught me to focus on the work, and worry about the difficulties later. I know i can do it, but i wont lie that i am nervous for this huge exspanse of time dedicated to the work. I dont fear the field (i am super excited) and while i worry about spanish i know i will get it down eventually.

But i know that with the spirit and christ they will support me through the difficult times that lie ahead, they will push me to reach that finish line. It truly isnt that far away.