It's our day off, however, it's busier than other Preparation Days simply because the infamous MTC Fireside happens to be on Tuesdays. I've written much in a letter, as a result, I don't know where to begin. I did receive the information and the booklet from New York. I've met only one individual who will be serving in the same mission as me (I've explained the rest in the letter that should arrive soon). Also, I've ordered the photos on my SD card to be printed (I tried to earlier this week between classes but the machine wouldn't accept my card-it did today) and they should arrive tomorrow afternoon. I'll have them sent next week. I'm aprehensive! I really want you and the family to see the photos of my MTC 'family', ha ha. My district is wonderful. Twelve wonderful elders from all over the U.S. The number is now ten commencing with today because our two missionaries (and my ex-companion) who will be serving in Guatemala left for the MTC in that country. I expounded more on that in the letter.
I received more drawings! Thanks! I love them! How is Lexi's Ice Skating? Are Kenzi and Kylee doing it as well or something different? The oldest district left yesterday....it was quite sad because I had spoken to Sister Stalings and the two zone leaders a lot! All of them are serving in Chile now. I have some photos.
How are the news, pets, you, dad, family, and the pool doing? I wish that I could use a restroom that didn't seem like a dorm one, ha ha. The work is incessant and lasts all day, however, my district always relieves the stress. We laugh play GOOD jokes, et cetera. The Zone Leaders called to replace the others that left which I had previously mentioned are actually both from District 48B (my district)!
Anyway, I suppose that I'll ask two questions this week because I missed the previous one (I've heard from other Elders that they ask sports questions and updates instead, ha ha).
1. What year did the Second French Republic start (I know that one of the years between 1793 and 1799). Simply Google-Second French Republic. Thank you sooo much!
2. How much I love you and my family! :)
A Picture is worth a thousand words
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Friday, September 24, 2010
Letter Received Sept. 23, 2010 - written 9/21/2010
Dear Family,
Hola, como esta'n ustedes esta' semana? !Todo fue bi' en hoy y estoy alegre porque es el dia de preparaction! For those of you who do not know Spanish, my years of Spanish in highschool allow me translate as thus: "Hello. How are you all this week? Everything went well today and I am happy because it is Preparation Day!"
Woke up at 6:00 am this moring in attempts to arrive before all the washers would be filled. We arrived instead at 6:10 am and had to wait for our turns! On Preparation Day, one doesn't necessarily have to wake up early at all! But breakfast starts at 7:45 am for our residence Hall (Different Residence Halls have different P-days during the week).
We visited the temple earlier today and also previously on Sunday. I bought a comprehensive English Dictionary to compliment the free Spanish Dictionary for which Bible/Book of Mormon language I know) I was provided; This way, I can enhance and embellish vocabularies in both languages.
My companion and I are writing letters currently but we're going to visit the e-mail center soon so that we can e-mail our families. I'm excited. I've enjoyed all my days, however, Preparation Days are rejuvenating and (apart from Sunday) is the only day, with no classes. Ha ha... that's why I as wondering about the surname of Henry VIII's fourth wife, sorry. I can't focus if I've forgotten something, no matter what it is. On Sunday evening films are shown. I enjoyed viewing "Legacy" and "Testaments"; both wonderful films.
A new missionary has joined our district (none have joined since our district's original formation on September 8th). As a result of this, some changes were conducted to companionships. Because my companion, Elder Lopez, is going to serve his mission in Guatemala, the zone leaders figured that it was perhaps most convenient to join him with Elder Bennion (who's also going to be sent to exotic Guatemala). This precipitated a change of companions and I've been matched with Elder Halverson. Elder Lopez and I have been good friends and were sort of sad (we finished teaching our final T.E. investigator last night); ...I want to testify that I have grown so much closer to God! On Monday, Elder Lopez and I felt the spirit so poignantly while we taught a lesson to an investigator...
The change was finalized last night and we've moved into a different room. Fortunately, Elder Lopez and Elder Bennion share a room with Elder Halverson and I.
Elder Halverson is a Utahn like me! He's from Payson, Utah and will be serving in Chile. He's really fun and reminds me a little bit of Landon (wink, wink at Chalyse). I'm finally on the bottom bunk now as well! Elder Halverson has also traveled around the world (his father is a pilot) and, as a result, we have much to converse about.
I haven't seen this Emma Watson girl who's serving in my mission yet. There are so many missionaries that one can hardly find specific people. I have encountered some people from high school and even wonderful Brad Helquist. I've seen him a lot (his residence hall is next to ours). If you ever see Brad's mother, please tell her that I told Brad, "Hi" from her. Anyhow, Thanks also for the lovely drawings/paintings! I enjoyed receiving them last week! Girls, I love you! I still have them and thank you! Take abundant care of my bedroom as well. I know that all is well! Love you!
Love, Steven!
PS. My hand is cramping. Anyway, we have taken photos and I hope to send some no later than next Tuesday! You'll definitely appreciate them!
Hola, como esta'n ustedes esta' semana? !Todo fue bi' en hoy y estoy alegre porque es el dia de preparaction! For those of you who do not know Spanish, my years of Spanish in highschool allow me translate as thus: "Hello. How are you all this week? Everything went well today and I am happy because it is Preparation Day!"
Woke up at 6:00 am this moring in attempts to arrive before all the washers would be filled. We arrived instead at 6:10 am and had to wait for our turns! On Preparation Day, one doesn't necessarily have to wake up early at all! But breakfast starts at 7:45 am for our residence Hall (Different Residence Halls have different P-days during the week).
We visited the temple earlier today and also previously on Sunday. I bought a comprehensive English Dictionary to compliment the free Spanish Dictionary for which Bible/Book of Mormon language I know) I was provided; This way, I can enhance and embellish vocabularies in both languages.
My companion and I are writing letters currently but we're going to visit the e-mail center soon so that we can e-mail our families. I'm excited. I've enjoyed all my days, however, Preparation Days are rejuvenating and (apart from Sunday) is the only day, with no classes. Ha ha... that's why I as wondering about the surname of Henry VIII's fourth wife, sorry. I can't focus if I've forgotten something, no matter what it is. On Sunday evening films are shown. I enjoyed viewing "Legacy" and "Testaments"; both wonderful films.
A new missionary has joined our district (none have joined since our district's original formation on September 8th). As a result of this, some changes were conducted to companionships. Because my companion, Elder Lopez, is going to serve his mission in Guatemala, the zone leaders figured that it was perhaps most convenient to join him with Elder Bennion (who's also going to be sent to exotic Guatemala). This precipitated a change of companions and I've been matched with Elder Halverson. Elder Lopez and I have been good friends and were sort of sad (we finished teaching our final T.E. investigator last night); ...I want to testify that I have grown so much closer to God! On Monday, Elder Lopez and I felt the spirit so poignantly while we taught a lesson to an investigator...
The change was finalized last night and we've moved into a different room. Fortunately, Elder Lopez and Elder Bennion share a room with Elder Halverson and I.
Elder Halverson is a Utahn like me! He's from Payson, Utah and will be serving in Chile. He's really fun and reminds me a little bit of Landon (wink, wink at Chalyse). I'm finally on the bottom bunk now as well! Elder Halverson has also traveled around the world (his father is a pilot) and, as a result, we have much to converse about.
I haven't seen this Emma Watson girl who's serving in my mission yet. There are so many missionaries that one can hardly find specific people. I have encountered some people from high school and even wonderful Brad Helquist. I've seen him a lot (his residence hall is next to ours). If you ever see Brad's mother, please tell her that I told Brad, "Hi" from her. Anyhow, Thanks also for the lovely drawings/paintings! I enjoyed receiving them last week! Girls, I love you! I still have them and thank you! Take abundant care of my bedroom as well. I know that all is well! Love you!
Love, Steven!
PS. My hand is cramping. Anyway, we have taken photos and I hope to send some no later than next Tuesday! You'll definitely appreciate them!
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Week of Sept. 15-21st, 2010 News
Mom,
... We can open letters any day of the week but we shouldn't open them until we arrive back at our rooms at 9:25 pm. That's what makes people so motivated at the end of the day....we all love receiving mail.
I'll agree to e-mail you diligently (haha...missionary language-do I sound like I've read a lot? I've memorized the first vision, did you know?)
Wow! God will bless you for your faithfulness! We've enjoyed a splendid day today. A rare occurence happened yesterday...we received a brand new elder in our district. As a result, a lot of us had to change companions. My new companion is named Elder Halvorsen. I sent you a long letter about updates and specifics in the MTC. We've learned a lot so far. Have you googled the last name of Henry VIII's fourth wife. All I know is that her first name was Katherine. It drives me crazy when I can't remember things. Could you please find out for me. :) I'd really appreciate it. Today is the only day where we don't have any classes. I really want to learn the Gospel and the lessons and I'm doing a great job at it....but I also don't want to forget everything that I've worked so hard to learn.
How is everybody? How are they liking school? How is Chalyse? Some of my missionary friends have asked a little bit about her, ha ha ha. I love you! Hugs and kisses! I also intend to have some photos printed (we aren't permitted to attach them to a file on the internet) and sent to you guys! Thanks for the e-mail!
Love,
Steven.
... We can open letters any day of the week but we shouldn't open them until we arrive back at our rooms at 9:25 pm. That's what makes people so motivated at the end of the day....we all love receiving mail.
I'll agree to e-mail you diligently (haha...missionary language-do I sound like I've read a lot? I've memorized the first vision, did you know?)
Wow! God will bless you for your faithfulness! We've enjoyed a splendid day today. A rare occurence happened yesterday...we received a brand new elder in our district. As a result, a lot of us had to change companions. My new companion is named Elder Halvorsen. I sent you a long letter about updates and specifics in the MTC. We've learned a lot so far. Have you googled the last name of Henry VIII's fourth wife. All I know is that her first name was Katherine. It drives me crazy when I can't remember things. Could you please find out for me. :) I'd really appreciate it. Today is the only day where we don't have any classes. I really want to learn the Gospel and the lessons and I'm doing a great job at it....but I also don't want to forget everything that I've worked so hard to learn.
How is everybody? How are they liking school? How is Chalyse? Some of my missionary friends have asked a little bit about her, ha ha ha. I love you! Hugs and kisses! I also intend to have some photos printed (we aren't permitted to attach them to a file on the internet) and sent to you guys! Thanks for the e-mail!
Love,
Steven.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
First Week at MTC
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| The tree we dedicated to Steven at the Community Park (Eagle) - notice the beautiful rainbow in the background! Planted August 27th, 2010 |
Love,
Steven.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Steven's first few days at the MTC
Hi! I intend to write a letter very soon in regards to the first week but my companion and I have had seriously NO time! Hope to finish this Sunday. Every waking moment is spent in the service and learning of God. The food is sooooo delicious! Don't know how negetive rumors were spread about it. However, the only excuse to e-mail you this day was because I received a pink slip to e-mail you concerning the immunizations...
My companion is sort of asleep now, ha ha, we've been studying literally all day long! We're learning the language really fast! We have the funniest group of new Elders ever! We share a single classroom and are all paired up as companions. My companion and I are a very coherent team! We love talking about movies, scriptures, and so many good things. We do very well together. Sorry, I don't have adequate time to express my love for each member of our family. Express my love to them for me...
Thanks! I'm doing well! I'll e-mail more in a few more days (I have more time on Tuesday). I'll send letters!
with love,
Steven.
My companion is sort of asleep now, ha ha, we've been studying literally all day long! We're learning the language really fast! We have the funniest group of new Elders ever! We share a single classroom and are all paired up as companions. My companion and I are a very coherent team! We love talking about movies, scriptures, and so many good things. We do very well together. Sorry, I don't have adequate time to express my love for each member of our family. Express my love to them for me...
Thanks! I'm doing well! I'll e-mail more in a few more days (I have more time on Tuesday). I'll send letters!
with love,
Steven.
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