Hi Talon,

Greetings of from the frozen tundra of Monroe. Our driveway is a sheet of ice. It's been below 0 in the mornings for weeks. You are fortunate to be in balmy California.

So how do you like training a greenie? I was excited when I had the chance. We worked hard and many of my fondest memories come from my time with Elder Sorenson. I've told you about some of my experiences with him. I think being a trainer motivated me to do my best. You probably feel the same way. What you do can help set the tone for his entire mission, it is a great responsibily. We hope you are well and happy. We are so proud of you. People wish you well almost daily and I know you are in thier prayers.

Today I went out for a little bit and visited a new family in the ward and then went to see an inactive guy. I noticed a cigarette butt can on thier porch. They weren't home but I will try again sometime. I should never prejudge a person for having a Word of Wisdom problem. It's hard for me to put myself out there but I am trying.

The girls finished another term in school. I think Aubree earned a 4.0 and Raina had a A's except for math I think. I haven't seen the official report cards yet. They are gearing up for drama in the spring. Aubree got a part she wanted and was so excited she could hardly sleep. She really loves to ham it up on stage.

Brandt won the district hoop shoot and is competing at the State finals on February 2nd in Provo. He had 3 games this past week. In two of them he led his team to an early lead and his coaches told him to quit shooting the ball so the other teams wouldn't be embarrassed. The other game he led a furious come back and got a 2 point lead but then fouled out with about 2 minutes left and his team lost. His season of South Sevier Jr. Jazz is over. He still has a couple of weeks in Richfield and a playoff series over there. With much trepidation I agreed to coach the 5th grade All Star team. I was really hoping a dad that had actually played organized ball would have taken it on but no one did. I held tryouts on Saturday and didn't have the heart to cut anyone so I have a few questionable players on the team but don't have to use anyone in games that I don't want to.

So now you are all caught up with things here in the Little Frozen Green Valley.

Love Dad

 

 

Hey Pops,

 

I do feel lucky that I'm in California. Nor Cal is different from So Cal, but the weather is sure nice in a different way.

 

I really love training. It is my first leadership assignment on my mission, so I'm really grateful for the chance I have to serve in this capacity. I'm pretty lucky, too. Elder Davis is a really good missionary already. He is really willing to learn and to improve, so it's not like I'm dragging around dead weight. He is helping in lessons and tracting and all of the little things that keep this area running smoothly.

 

I really love hearing about your experiences with your calling. It makes me feel like we are on the same team, doing some of the same things.

 

I'm glad that the girls are doing well in school, and Brandt is having fun with basketball. I'm really glad that you get to spend time with him as his coach. It sounds like he is getting better and better.

 

Thanks for catching me up with everyone. It is always good to hear how everyone is doing and what they have been up to.

Love,

 

Elder Williams