Lost Letter
I have with greatest intent, sat down to write this email at least a half dozen times. However, we didn’t really understand just how rigorous mission leadership would be. We could imagine it, plan for it, and even talk to our mentors and several friends who have served in this capacity, and still there was no clear understanding of just how overwhelmingly busy it would be. We have been surprised at every turn. I won’t adequately be able to sum up the last month, or try to catch up starting with the MTC and our first weeks here, but I will share some stories of miracles, comment on the real and the grueling parts, and touch on the things we love here and the things we miss back home. Our time in the MTC is like a dream to us. After all, it isn’t a normal everyday situation that you are in the same room (not a conference center), but the same room as apostles and prophets. We relished our time meeting so many incredible leaders, spending time with others who also have been called to...