November 8, 2014

First P-day letter!

Hello all!!

First of all, I am so grateful to have this opportunity to serve a mission. I know that it is where i am meant to be, so I am going to choose to be here. I will give all my heart, might, mind, and strength as I prepare to serve and then serve in the field. 

The days are long and tiring here, but I have always been good at "keep on truckin'" :p (For example, yesterday, we spent about 10 hours in the classroom total). The food is pretty good, and other than in between meals sometimes, I never go hungry! I look forward to each meal time so much! I am so excited to get into the field- we leave early Tuesday morning for Phoenix!! 

Just so you all know, I don't have to much time to write when I do get the chance. Also, p-day is Saturday for me while I am here. I can receive mail all week but cannot open it till then, and I can receive emails all week but cannot open them until then. 

Also, my companion's name is elder Bradley and we have been assigned as Zone leaders. He will also be the travel leader when we go to Arizona. 

I know that the gospel of Jesus Christ is true, and I know that the Lord is helping me to prepare to teach those who need it. In fact, we are already teaching some real investigators here at the MTC.

Love you all,

Elder Shaffer

PS- that picture is my companion x)