Hola, Madre!
I've only been here a few days, but it feels like a month. The Elders who've been here three weeks say it will go by fast by the time I'm here as long as they have been. My classes are actually pretty fun. My teacher speaks only Spanish in a pretty fast speed, but he makes sure we understand what he is saying.
There are six missionaries in my dorm, and my companion's name is Elder Roberts. He's 21 and lived in Provo prior to reporting to the MTC. He's going to Quito, too. The elders in my Zone are cool as well. They say to have fun whenever possible but be serious everywhere else. The Sisters here are cool too. All the missionaries are strong in the gospel and that motivates me to continue trying my hardest.
I'm slowly learning Spanish, but I'm not being hard on myself because it is only day 4. It has surprised me how much I am remembering. It humbles me to know the Lord is on my side.
We greet each other all the time in Spanish and try to speak Spanish whenever possible. this helps me towards full immersion into the Language and the Gospel. I got a bottle that says MTC on it and a "Stripling Warriors Mamma's Boys" t-shirt from the shop here. It has surprised me how many Elders here are older than 18. Many waited til they were 19 to go. So that doesn't really bother me now.
P-day surprised me with how different it is from the other days. This morning we went to the temple and did Endowments around 7, so we woke up 30 minutes earlier than normal, haha. After we were done with that, we played soccer for an hour then ate lunch and did laundry. it is very laid back. Each day I think more about being a missionary and going into the mission field. I'm excited yet terrified about what I'll experience and how I'll do in the service of the lord. I pray all the time for peace of mind and strength to be a strong missionary in the Lord's hands.
How have you guys been since I left? Did you send my Oil Valve? And you may need to send laced tennis shoes because mine are not good for running in, they are too loose, hahaha.
I love you and I love the Gospel of Jesucristo. I'm glad to be here and strengthen the testimony I have.
Love,
Elder Sharp
Here is my mailing address:
Elder Dustin Michael Sharp
JUL16 ECU-QUI
2005 N 900 E Unit 157
Provo UT 84602
JUL16 ECU-QUI
2005 N 900 E Unit 157
Provo UT 84602
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