[Week 3] Day by Day

         First off, I want to challenge any of my Family or friends who might see this, (probably just my mom and bat) to watch or read President Monson's talk, "Finding Joy in the Journey." I'm sure many have seen it but if not, go watch it, whether you're LDS or not the message applies to all of us. It really makes you realize what's important in life and what isn't. I love listening to the Prophet talk. But I wanted to thank all my family and friends for all they have done for me. After listening to Monson speak I realized how blessed and grateful I am for what I have. We take so much for granted. To quote one of my favorite athletes Matt Kroc, who has battled through many épreuves, "If a speeding ticket is the only bad thing that happens to me today, then thats a pretty good day." replace ticket with whatever else you thing is making your life hard. 

         Anyways this week was just like the others haha. Mother, the camera we bought is gosh awful. I definitely need a new one that is of this century. Also can you guys send me my jeans? Apparently you need pants on your mission, who knew. Donc, jeans and a new camera would be much appreciated. I'll send the old one so we can return it.

         Sister Prater came in last week! It was fun to see a fellow crescent ridge 1st wardite in the MTC. Also I believe its teresa praters b-day tomorrow? Happy birthday to her I love that family!

         Im never quiet sure what to write about, and what not to. Because I'm pretty sure some of the things that I think are hilarious in here, are probably not funny to a normal human. But this is a pretty classic French fail. Before I start, I want to make it clear I got the approval of mon college before sharing the story. So we were teaching on of our ami's "erik". He's super tough haha. Anyways he was asking me if I was married and if I had "pleusir" wives (several wives) and I laughed and told him no, but that one day I hope to have one wife. Then he turned to Elder Call. Bless his heart he's really trying hard to learn the language. And asked him if he had pleusir wives and mothers. He thought he asked him something different. So his response was, "oui, I hope to one day!" It was pretty funny haha. Ive had some French Fails myself but since Im the one who gets to report I choose to omit such instances.

           One of my favorite quotes you would tell me dad is "Never too high, never too low". Its very applicable to the MTC. I heard someone say, "never look more than a day ahead, but look weeks behind". This is referring to the language by the way. Its uber stressful and overwhelming thinking about being in france in little over a month so thats no good. But looking 2 weeks back and seeing how far we've come is super encouraging. Anyways you've just gotta take it day by day here. One day I'll be super discouraged about the language, then the next ill feel like a champ. Its definitely a humbling experience trying to learn a new language. But the progess we've made is incredible. Without the Saint-Esprit and the Gift of tongues I would definitely not know 1/8 of what I've learned in here. Without Heavenly Fathers help I am nothing, but Ive known that for awhile now haha.            Its so awesome what you can do with the Lord on your side.

        Well they put into effect the new no-dunking rule. Which sucks because how else do you relive the glory days? haha. Basketball in here is super fun because I have 2 D-1 players in my zone so we have some pretty epic games. Also I wanna give a shout out to my good friend Elder Jake Davies, he's got his name on the wall of the gym for most consecutive 3-pointers made. haha.

         These letters home are so scattered so sorry for that but its rushed and ive never been accused of having good essay structure or grammar in the first place. We met this Elder from Bordeaux area. (which is in our mission). It was cool getting to talk with him. He told us some "hip" words to use and what not.

         I know this church is true. I'm eternally grateful for the oppurtunity I have to serve because Heavenly Father has blessed me so much. This church has saved my life! Thanks for the love Family!