Week 1 - At the MTC

Hey guys! I'm doing AWESOME. 

These first few days have been pretty busy, haven't even had time to feel home sick, which is a good thing! That being said I still miss and love everyone. 

The hardest part was just getting here; leaving and walking away from my mom and dad and my girlfriend and her family. But, it was a very special experience for my brother and because we were able to say bye to each other away from everyone because he was flying out at the same time. 

I never realized how truly close I was to John until that moment. I remember hugging him goodbye because it was one of the hardest things I've ever done; I've never been away from him. That, and leaving my whole family and Evye behind was so hard but as soon as I walked away from John, I knew my life had changed right then right there because I was going off into the world without anyone. It made me feel like I was becoming a man. I am no man; not yet. I hope to be by the end of this mission. But that surely made me stronger. 

As soon as I got to the MTC though, as soon as I walked through that door I was greeted "Hello Elder". The moment I walked in I felt such a humbling and welcoming spirit come over me and I knew right then, everything is going to be okay. 

What has helped me out the most is my district that I have. I absolutely love them. My companion is awesome as well. I have never relied more on Heavenly Father than I have since being here. My prayers have become so much more longer and sincere. 

He blessed me with such good people to be surrounded with. Ive never felt more of my full self here either; it was like once I got here I was just able to let go. My confidence is higher than its ever been. I'm considered a 'Class clown". It is so awesome how we as a district can have so much fun with one another, yet have such humbling and spiritual moments. 

Being a missionary has been the best thing I've ever done for myself I believe; I feel like I'm doing the best thing I could possibly be doing at the best place I could be in this world. Although its going to be very tough, as has been a little practicing with investigators, studying, planning, preparing, its going to be worth it. 

I love all of you guys so much, I look forward to sending a message every week and I just want my whole entire family to know how much I truly love them and miss them. I miss all of you and I hope all is well. 

OH! Before I forget! THE FOOD HERE IS AWESOME. There's a possibility I might leave here 20+ lbs heavier! Which is my goal...

I love all of you,

Elder Angele