Getting in the swing of things

I'm in love with being an MTC Teacher.

(and have I mentioned my over-the-top thoughtful amazing roommate?)

Each day, I am more and more profoundly grateful for this opportunity. I have been stretched and pushed to reach deeper and farther than ever, into the depths of my testimony and ability to teach and lead like the Savior.

I have such a long ways to go.

But I am patient as God is tutoring me.

I got my first district this week. I have an all-Elders district--8 of the finest missionaries in the MTC, lucky me (:

I feel like a proud mother. I can't even begin to describe how much I love each of them, and how happy it makes my heart to see them succeed and learn and grow.

They are just precious! I learn from them probably more than they learn for me. Doesn't it always seem to work out that way?

 (Don't mind me, just re-living my MTC experience)

I literally could write a novel about my experience there so far, despite my relatively short employment.

But it's sufficient to say that I am humbled, grateful, and over-the-top joyous to be at the MTC.
(Why am I getting paid for this???)



Aside from the workforce--life is grand.

I am still learning the ropes. It is randomly really difficult adjusting sometimes.
I miss my mission.

There are struggles I'm facing, but who isn't? I think being home is just a uniquely beautiful journey for each return missionary. No one could have prepared me for it, and that's ok. It's life. God continues to lead me through it all.

I had my homecoming talk, accompanied with a wave of emotion and nostalgia for the people and places and experiences I hold closest to my heart.

It was a joy being reunited with so many family members and friends. I was spoiled with love and support. (and cookies.)


Classes have been going well. The homework is starting to catch up with me.

Still working to find my niche in school, work, and the social world especially.

I've started to have more of a schedule, which is immensely beneficial for me.
Having a schedule keeps me grounded and balanced.
I thrive on it.

My wonderful father came for a visit (:

Sure do love him.

Today I had this for lunch:

In case you can't tell, it's chicken and waffles (: It's a Southern thing apparently?

I might need to move there...
'cause I'm hooked.

Mmm good.


Alright. That's enough random facts about my life. I better post this before I get swept away in another item from my 'to-do' list. Thanks for the read (: