July 25, 2006
Mom,
Yah, DL... we have calculated that in the missionary scheme of things, I am 5 steps from the Prophet. We actualy did that from Elder Lang (whose b-day is today), but now the lot has fallen on me. Its cool being able to work with the Zonies though. To tell you the truth, the potential of North Adams is making me so excited that it would be great to stay; a part of me is being selfish and not wanting to trust the investigators into the hands of anyone else. However, i have found that im becomming too "attatched", and the stress, and anxiety have been at an all time high, probably because of this "attatchedness" (is that a word? probably not, but i can make it up). So overall, yes its time for a trasnfer... but transfers were just last thursday so ive got some time to finish up here.
Hrm, Training is a weird thing. I know Nick liked it as i recall. Its tough, and stressful, but quite an honor and opportunity. Im going to write to Jimmy this week, so ill make sure to mention it.
Where are Blair and Rachel going to? Im sure it was hard for everybody to see them leave. they are a huge part of the ward. Did they roast Blair at the FHE? that would be funny lol. How was Clark's talk? what was his topic? I always think back to Seth and Clark and their mission stories. I think about Nick's stories also, but its different to know some other state-side missionaries stories. How is Zak? Im psyched for him sooo much. i hope he comes to the MBM!! THATD BE SICK!! Since he read these... "Whats up dude! the Mission is the best!". thats for him. k? lol. oh, and read Preach My Gospel.
Lora and Adam finaly got married eh? was it nice? im sure it was. Hahaha oh great, thats all we need, more crazy parties witht he Onkens and Doolans.
One of the ladies at service always tells me the news from back home. 115 i heard. crazy. Humid eh? its not too bad when you get used to it... T-Storms are the coolest. i have some recorded that ill send home. its the coolest thing, and (former) Elder Thrall said its the thing he misses most about the E.Coast.
This past week has been fairly standard. Linaya is doing great, and so is Meg and Ken. We have a lot of hope for them. Im trying to kick our teaching up to 40 lessons a week, but its been burning me out, and leaving dry. Its tough to find the good median, yet maintain that level of performance that should/is expected from me.
There has been a lot of stuff going on in the mission with missionaries and Coach. Its sad to see what has happened, but at the same time, accountability and responsibility is a fact of life, and an irrevocable law of heaven.
The Lord's hand is everywhere in the work. It is honestly remarkable to see how he magnifies your strengths, and lifts up your weaknesses. Miraculous is all i can say. Ups and downs, ups and downs. 2 steps forward, 1 step back. Its never easy, but you know, and can see the inevitable growth and progress. I guess thats the key to not getting burnt out or stressed. Remembering to focus on the fact that "no unhallowed hand can keep the work from progressing". it shall "sweep every climb", and "sound in every ear". Its a marvelous thing.
Thansk for everything you do. I love you all, and hope all is well back home. Take care, love you, miss you. peace!
Elder Onken
Yah, DL... we have calculated that in the missionary scheme of things, I am 5 steps from the Prophet. We actualy did that from Elder Lang (whose b-day is today), but now the lot has fallen on me. Its cool being able to work with the Zonies though. To tell you the truth, the potential of North Adams is making me so excited that it would be great to stay; a part of me is being selfish and not wanting to trust the investigators into the hands of anyone else. However, i have found that im becomming too "attatched", and the stress, and anxiety have been at an all time high, probably because of this "attatchedness" (is that a word? probably not, but i can make it up). So overall, yes its time for a trasnfer... but transfers were just last thursday so ive got some time to finish up here.
Hrm, Training is a weird thing. I know Nick liked it as i recall. Its tough, and stressful, but quite an honor and opportunity. Im going to write to Jimmy this week, so ill make sure to mention it.
Where are Blair and Rachel going to? Im sure it was hard for everybody to see them leave. they are a huge part of the ward. Did they roast Blair at the FHE? that would be funny lol. How was Clark's talk? what was his topic? I always think back to Seth and Clark and their mission stories. I think about Nick's stories also, but its different to know some other state-side missionaries stories. How is Zak? Im psyched for him sooo much. i hope he comes to the MBM!! THATD BE SICK!! Since he read these... "Whats up dude! the Mission is the best!". thats for him. k? lol. oh, and read Preach My Gospel.
Lora and Adam finaly got married eh? was it nice? im sure it was. Hahaha oh great, thats all we need, more crazy parties witht he Onkens and Doolans.
One of the ladies at service always tells me the news from back home. 115 i heard. crazy. Humid eh? its not too bad when you get used to it... T-Storms are the coolest. i have some recorded that ill send home. its the coolest thing, and (former) Elder Thrall said its the thing he misses most about the E.Coast.
This past week has been fairly standard. Linaya is doing great, and so is Meg and Ken. We have a lot of hope for them. Im trying to kick our teaching up to 40 lessons a week, but its been burning me out, and leaving dry. Its tough to find the good median, yet maintain that level of performance that should/is expected from me.
There has been a lot of stuff going on in the mission with missionaries and Coach. Its sad to see what has happened, but at the same time, accountability and responsibility is a fact of life, and an irrevocable law of heaven.
The Lord's hand is everywhere in the work. It is honestly remarkable to see how he magnifies your strengths, and lifts up your weaknesses. Miraculous is all i can say. Ups and downs, ups and downs. 2 steps forward, 1 step back. Its never easy, but you know, and can see the inevitable growth and progress. I guess thats the key to not getting burnt out or stressed. Remembering to focus on the fact that "no unhallowed hand can keep the work from progressing". it shall "sweep every climb", and "sound in every ear". Its a marvelous thing.
Thansk for everything you do. I love you all, and hope all is well back home. Take care, love you, miss you. peace!
Elder Onken
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