Subject: We can do it no matter what the obstacle!
Mon, 7 Sep 2009 15:30:51
HEY YALL!
My new ward, well I will be here till October. We got the changes and I am staying for another change. It’s cool because I will get to see my friends the end October at the farewell meeting at the end of this upcoming change.
The ward is full of return missionaries that are all talk and no action. We bust our butts and they don’t do anything to help but ask "When is the next baptism?" I answered "When will we receive your next reference?" The good news is that after 6 weeks of hard work and perseverance we have 5 people who will be baptized this month if we keep up the intensity.
I hate to break it to you but I haven’t received any packages and there isn’t a box for me in the office because I was there this morning and they said there is nothing there for me. Things I would like in my next package if you haven’t already sent them would be lotion, vitamins, and maybe some anti-fungal cream for my feet and the normal protein powder and protein bars.
Wow I sure hope Chris gets all the financial help there is available so he can study without any worries. That way he can concentrate 100% on getting the best grades possible. It’s time one of my nephews invests in his future.
That’s sad to hear about Rob A and his mom dying, but at least she isn’t a drug addict anymore and whatever hard feelings he had about his mom he can put it all to rest. The saddest part is what happened with Rob and grand parents. Holding grudges really sucks and these old folks have a bad habit of holding grudges till the death and really it’s not what God wants us to do. We need to break this ridiculous tradition now and forever. I pray that Rob A overcomes this trial so that he ends up being a stronger man for it instead of giving in to the depression.
When Chris accomplishes all that, I too hope he gets a place with James. James needs help and I think Chris could give him the encouragement he needs.
Wow Ryder will be 1 year old! That’s crazy! Does time fly by or what?! Wally will be 36 Wow I thought he was still 34! It’s funny because if there isn’t a focus in your life but to survive not much will change. The proof is in your kids who are in their 40s. That’s why I am so grateful to be a member of the true church, and also to be a part of Team INA. I feel as though with those two advantages in life I will always be focused on the things that really matter and improving my weaknesses so that I can accomplish my dreams. If I use the things I learn here as a missionary in the "real life" I feel as though I will be prepared for whatever may come my way because I have learned to confide in the lord and not only to myself.
In regards to the will I am happy that you and dad have confidence in me enough to put me in charge of making sure your last wishes are done as you want. I will follow the instructions to the "T" don’t even worry. I only have one thing to say, do all you can to keep healthy enough mentally and physically to at least see my kids and then you can die! LOL
That’s cool that Rob A went to a church activity. I am really pleased to hear that the missionaries still haven’t given up on him. He is a good guy; he’s just a bit confused about the meaning of life like most of us are before we become members of the true church of God.
I sure hope Laura gets baptized soon. She needs the guidance that the Holy Ghost gives us. That’s sad that her husband got laid off. I sure hope things work out for them. I sure hope Dad gets to retire does it through the INA business so that you have a little spending money.
Send my love to the Rocklin 2nd and 6th wards they are the bomb!
I love you all, family and friends!
Elder Morton
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Morton
Oakland Temple, Oakland, CA
Rob & Rosita, 12.30.11
At the Oakland Temple
Monday, September 7, 2009
Thinking of you in Peru!
Subject: Life is nuts!
Tue, 1 Sep 2009 20:04:43
Hey yall!
First of all I sure hope everyone get their acts together before I get home because if not, it will be really ugly for a few months because really it's time to grow up and realize how good we have it where we live!
Living here for 14 months has made me grateful for being born in the United States and not only that but being born and raised in the family in which I am in. We have it easy. Actually easy is an understatement. All we have to do is choose the career we want, go to college, get good grades, work hard and we have a house, car, nice clothes and plenty of food to eat and "if we are smart with our money" WE WILL retire. Here in Peru it’s not like that at all. You get to retire when you die and never have any extra money to save.
James is moving back home. That didn’t last long. It goes to show that you better watch who you live with! That’s sad that Matt is threatening to let James go. I sure hope he has started looking for employment else where.
In regards to Annette that’s ridiculous and there is nothing more to say than that. Annette. I was disappointed to hear they got kicked out and Justin was not able to move with his mother. What is happening with some of our family members leads to nowhere productive. But it is cool that Annette got her condo. I hope she enjoys it.
I am sorry to hear about Wally, Jennifer, Mike and Sunny regarding their homes and the economy there in California. I just pray that they might over come this trial and be better for it.
What is happening with some of my siblings is like the situation with God and Lucifer. Look what happened there. God is perfect and even he had a rebellious kid. Everyone has the right to do what they want with their free agency, some will choose to do what’s right and others will choose the way of the world. All we can do is our best and pray that everything turns out alright. One thing I do know is that everything happens so that we can learn a lesson, to better at something we lack, so look for the positive and improve in what we lack as children of God. Being a victim isn’t an option. I too look forward to my return and its getting closer than ever.
I truly know that the Church of Jesus of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints isn’t just the most correct of all the churches it's the only true Church of God on the face of the earth and for that I am grateful to be a member. The good news is that if we listen to the leaders of the church we will always be prepared temporally and spiritually for anything.
Chris having a job and plans to finish his education, that’s something that he will never regret. I am proud that he is doing positive things in his life. Send shout outs to the Rocklin 2nd and6th for me I got love for them all! I am happy for Joe and Katie they are truly great people that deserve all the blessings in the world and Josh and his little family equally.
Please tell Bishop Smith and Brother Solomon thank you for me, that really means a lot that men like then are proud of what I am doing here.
Please send a shout out to Joyce in OK and the same goes for Semaj and his family... little isn’t exactly correct but either way they are the bomb! Send my love to Jimmie and Fu when you get the chance. Send a shout out to the Young Guns they are doing a great job I am sure of it! Keep active in the business it will be worth it if you build it!> Adrian and his brothers are the best! I love those guys for real! What did they have to say? I hope they are doing well. I am going to cut this short because I want to check my other email from you so I love you guys and you are always in my prayers.
Till next time.
Elder Morton
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Subject: Re: Thinking of you in Peru
Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 20:20:01
Hey Mom,
I am really good. We went to the Temple today so we didn’t go to the internet place Monday. It was the bomb. I love the temple! The next change is on the 9th of this month but I don’t think I am going anywhere soon. I am a bit skinny but that’s how it goes, I don’t care. Yes I wear the new pants all the time. I’m good with shoes and it looks like I should be ok for the next few months. I just read and responded to your email from the 24th of August.
James doesn’t eat well and he doesn’t drink enough water for that matter and he is now having health problems. Keep up the eating healthy plan it will help a lot.
Don’t be sad about Melinda and Wilma at least the two of them will have peace now.
We went to the building where they make the Peruvian money and took a tour. It was cool. I have some photos. Today we went to the Temple and it was a good battery charge for me. Elder Rich seems to be doing really well. I don’t see him much but it’s all good. He is working hard and really I have so much respect for him. His Mom did a great job, and that mixed with how he is and what he has learned in the mission, he will make a great family man. I aspire to be like Elder Rich some day and maybe with hard work I will be able to accomplish that level of excellence. Gotta go but as always be positive and los vemos!
Love,
Elder Morton
Tue, 1 Sep 2009 20:04:43
Hey yall!
First of all I sure hope everyone get their acts together before I get home because if not, it will be really ugly for a few months because really it's time to grow up and realize how good we have it where we live!
Living here for 14 months has made me grateful for being born in the United States and not only that but being born and raised in the family in which I am in. We have it easy. Actually easy is an understatement. All we have to do is choose the career we want, go to college, get good grades, work hard and we have a house, car, nice clothes and plenty of food to eat and "if we are smart with our money" WE WILL retire. Here in Peru it’s not like that at all. You get to retire when you die and never have any extra money to save.
James is moving back home. That didn’t last long. It goes to show that you better watch who you live with! That’s sad that Matt is threatening to let James go. I sure hope he has started looking for employment else where.
In regards to Annette that’s ridiculous and there is nothing more to say than that. Annette. I was disappointed to hear they got kicked out and Justin was not able to move with his mother. What is happening with some of our family members leads to nowhere productive. But it is cool that Annette got her condo. I hope she enjoys it.
I am sorry to hear about Wally, Jennifer, Mike and Sunny regarding their homes and the economy there in California. I just pray that they might over come this trial and be better for it.
What is happening with some of my siblings is like the situation with God and Lucifer. Look what happened there. God is perfect and even he had a rebellious kid. Everyone has the right to do what they want with their free agency, some will choose to do what’s right and others will choose the way of the world. All we can do is our best and pray that everything turns out alright. One thing I do know is that everything happens so that we can learn a lesson, to better at something we lack, so look for the positive and improve in what we lack as children of God. Being a victim isn’t an option. I too look forward to my return and its getting closer than ever.
I truly know that the Church of Jesus of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints isn’t just the most correct of all the churches it's the only true Church of God on the face of the earth and for that I am grateful to be a member. The good news is that if we listen to the leaders of the church we will always be prepared temporally and spiritually for anything.
Chris having a job and plans to finish his education, that’s something that he will never regret. I am proud that he is doing positive things in his life. Send shout outs to the Rocklin 2nd and6th for me I got love for them all! I am happy for Joe and Katie they are truly great people that deserve all the blessings in the world and Josh and his little family equally.
Please tell Bishop Smith and Brother Solomon thank you for me, that really means a lot that men like then are proud of what I am doing here.
Please send a shout out to Joyce in OK and the same goes for Semaj and his family... little isn’t exactly correct but either way they are the bomb! Send my love to Jimmie and Fu when you get the chance. Send a shout out to the Young Guns they are doing a great job I am sure of it! Keep active in the business it will be worth it if you build it!> Adrian and his brothers are the best! I love those guys for real! What did they have to say? I hope they are doing well. I am going to cut this short because I want to check my other email from you so I love you guys and you are always in my prayers.
Till next time.
Elder Morton
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Subject: Re: Thinking of you in Peru
Date: Tue, 1 Sep 2009 20:20:01
Hey Mom,
I am really good. We went to the Temple today so we didn’t go to the internet place Monday. It was the bomb. I love the temple! The next change is on the 9th of this month but I don’t think I am going anywhere soon. I am a bit skinny but that’s how it goes, I don’t care. Yes I wear the new pants all the time. I’m good with shoes and it looks like I should be ok for the next few months. I just read and responded to your email from the 24th of August.
James doesn’t eat well and he doesn’t drink enough water for that matter and he is now having health problems. Keep up the eating healthy plan it will help a lot.
Don’t be sad about Melinda and Wilma at least the two of them will have peace now.
We went to the building where they make the Peruvian money and took a tour. It was cool. I have some photos. Today we went to the Temple and it was a good battery charge for me. Elder Rich seems to be doing really well. I don’t see him much but it’s all good. He is working hard and really I have so much respect for him. His Mom did a great job, and that mixed with how he is and what he has learned in the mission, he will make a great family man. I aspire to be like Elder Rich some day and maybe with hard work I will be able to accomplish that level of excellence. Gotta go but as always be positive and los vemos!
Love,
Elder Morton
Monday, August 24, 2009
Here we go!
Subject: Here we go!
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:54:44
What up with it?
Just kickin it here in Lima bustin down doors like a crazy person! Don’t worry about the letter it happens sometimes. So you have turned into Dad, sit down and in two minutes OUT like a light?
I'm really glad you guys went to church Sunday I know the more often you do it the greater your strength will get and your faith will grow. Thats cool. Whats new with Jordan Mortimer, and if you know ALL the Mortimers? Im happy you got a kick out of the photos. I had fun at the Castillo de Chancay as you can tell!
Whoa! Tanya got divorced? That’s crazy! On a side note Jordan is the bomb! I really love the Mortimer’s; they give me something to shoot for as a return missionary. If I can come back as spiritually strong as them I would consider it a blessing over and above what initially hoped for. Joe and Katie Mortimer rock, send enviales saludos. Wow, Carter Zufelt got back already? It’s been two years, how crazy! Im sure the ladies will be taking a number to go out with Carter.
I am happy to hear that Chris is going to invest in his education and even more excited that for once his parents are helping him do something of significance.
Johnny and Carol still doing their thing. Great for them that they are thinning out a bit in their "youth." Annette is in the apartments where the missionaries live, that’s interesting. James' now feels your pain if you know what I mean! Matt is same ole same ole. That is too bad things didn't work out with James and his roommates not paying their share as agreed.
The photos of a wedding are a mix of members and our converts in Pucallpa, when I was in the jungle. There is a massive baptism also where all the people that got married got baptized the same day.
I would love to talk to Jordan because the sooner he leaves the better for him and his future, the more he puts it off its just delaying his progression spiritually and temporally and that is something he will regret for the rest of his life but it's in his hands. If he wants I will make time to talk to him about the mission from an old mans perspective. Rob A might go to Alabama that’s crazy. Good for him for finally getting As in his college classes.
Gotta go because I'm running late I will write more next time!
Love,
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:54:44
What up with it?
Just kickin it here in Lima bustin down doors like a crazy person! Don’t worry about the letter it happens sometimes. So you have turned into Dad, sit down and in two minutes OUT like a light?
I'm really glad you guys went to church Sunday I know the more often you do it the greater your strength will get and your faith will grow. Thats cool. Whats new with Jordan Mortimer, and if you know ALL the Mortimers? Im happy you got a kick out of the photos. I had fun at the Castillo de Chancay as you can tell!
Whoa! Tanya got divorced? That’s crazy! On a side note Jordan is the bomb! I really love the Mortimer’s; they give me something to shoot for as a return missionary. If I can come back as spiritually strong as them I would consider it a blessing over and above what initially hoped for. Joe and Katie Mortimer rock, send enviales saludos. Wow, Carter Zufelt got back already? It’s been two years, how crazy! Im sure the ladies will be taking a number to go out with Carter.
I am happy to hear that Chris is going to invest in his education and even more excited that for once his parents are helping him do something of significance.
Johnny and Carol still doing their thing. Great for them that they are thinning out a bit in their "youth." Annette is in the apartments where the missionaries live, that’s interesting. James' now feels your pain if you know what I mean! Matt is same ole same ole. That is too bad things didn't work out with James and his roommates not paying their share as agreed.
The photos of a wedding are a mix of members and our converts in Pucallpa, when I was in the jungle. There is a massive baptism also where all the people that got married got baptized the same day.
I would love to talk to Jordan because the sooner he leaves the better for him and his future, the more he puts it off its just delaying his progression spiritually and temporally and that is something he will regret for the rest of his life but it's in his hands. If he wants I will make time to talk to him about the mission from an old mans perspective. Rob A might go to Alabama that’s crazy. Good for him for finally getting As in his college classes.
Gotta go because I'm running late I will write more next time!
Love,
Elder Morton
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
I'm alive and kickin!
Subject: I'm alive and kickin!
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:54:48
Hey yall!
SO as the title entails I am adjusting to the new responsibility as a senior companion. I am becoming more responsible about achieving our goals as a companionship and less just worrying about doing my half of the job. These three weeks have flown by, August is almost over and it feels like it just started last week! You probably have received a manila folder with a CD of photos and a letter for Rob A by now.
Today we have a free P-Day so I will write you guy another letter and send you another CD of photos because the other one only has the photos I took after my disc was erased. For some reason the computer cant read my other 400 photos using my USB but can read the photos from the chip directly.
It’s really interesting to see the ward from the perspective of a missionary. I never knew how lazy I was with my callings before but now I have repented and will do a lot better when I get back! My faith, through trials is growing and more than that I am putting my faith in action instead of treating it like a Christmas present that I wipe the dust off now and then to play with for a bit once a year, and forget about it. I really believe that if we do the hard things and let God mold us we really can have it all, or really have all that we need to be happy and healthy enough to overcome the trials and persevere till the end of this life.
We are really making a change in the way the members in this ward look at the missionaries in a positive way and as a result they are helping us a whole lot more. The mission really is the bomb because we are forced to dig down deep inside to find that special something we never new existed to get the work of the lord done in his way, and not our own. Everyday I realize more and more how very important it is for a young man to go on a mission, and especially me. I thought I was good and good was enough before but I have realized that its not. Its not even close and that’s why I hadn’t achieved the things I had wanted before the mission because I wasn’t capable enough on my own and will never be, but as long as I do my best, always striving to be better and submitting to the will of the lord anything is possible. The same goes for you guys if you submit yourselves to the will of the lord, be humble, obedient to the commandments and patient in the big picture things will go your way. Not everything will go smoothly but overall you will be blessed according to your obedience. I love you guys and pray for you always. I hope that you can learn from my experiences and draw strength from my strength in the lord because I know for a fact that if we follow the commandments faithfully, and follow the advise our our church it will be more than worth it.
I didn’t get a letter from you so things must a little crazy or you sent it and I didn’t get it like many other times but all in all I, as always look forward to hearing about the goings on in the good ole US of A! So till next time I love you guys and pray you receive many blessings while I am here in Peru!
Love,
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:54:48
Hey yall!
SO as the title entails I am adjusting to the new responsibility as a senior companion. I am becoming more responsible about achieving our goals as a companionship and less just worrying about doing my half of the job. These three weeks have flown by, August is almost over and it feels like it just started last week! You probably have received a manila folder with a CD of photos and a letter for Rob A by now.
Today we have a free P-Day so I will write you guy another letter and send you another CD of photos because the other one only has the photos I took after my disc was erased. For some reason the computer cant read my other 400 photos using my USB but can read the photos from the chip directly.
It’s really interesting to see the ward from the perspective of a missionary. I never knew how lazy I was with my callings before but now I have repented and will do a lot better when I get back! My faith, through trials is growing and more than that I am putting my faith in action instead of treating it like a Christmas present that I wipe the dust off now and then to play with for a bit once a year, and forget about it. I really believe that if we do the hard things and let God mold us we really can have it all, or really have all that we need to be happy and healthy enough to overcome the trials and persevere till the end of this life.
We are really making a change in the way the members in this ward look at the missionaries in a positive way and as a result they are helping us a whole lot more. The mission really is the bomb because we are forced to dig down deep inside to find that special something we never new existed to get the work of the lord done in his way, and not our own. Everyday I realize more and more how very important it is for a young man to go on a mission, and especially me. I thought I was good and good was enough before but I have realized that its not. Its not even close and that’s why I hadn’t achieved the things I had wanted before the mission because I wasn’t capable enough on my own and will never be, but as long as I do my best, always striving to be better and submitting to the will of the lord anything is possible. The same goes for you guys if you submit yourselves to the will of the lord, be humble, obedient to the commandments and patient in the big picture things will go your way. Not everything will go smoothly but overall you will be blessed according to your obedience. I love you guys and pray for you always. I hope that you can learn from my experiences and draw strength from my strength in the lord because I know for a fact that if we follow the commandments faithfully, and follow the advise our our church it will be more than worth it.
I didn’t get a letter from you so things must a little crazy or you sent it and I didn’t get it like many other times but all in all I, as always look forward to hearing about the goings on in the good ole US of A! So till next time I love you guys and pray you receive many blessings while I am here in Peru!
Love,
Elder Morton
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Things are going well
Subject: Things are going well
Date: Mon 8/10/09 8:56
Hey yall,
Another correspondence from the crazy world of Peru:
Thank you Mom for always having me in mind even though I’m so far away and all. You should be getting a letter and a CD with a few photos on it, but it’s not all because the computer couldn’t read my chip 100%. There will be a manila folder that has a letter to Rob A and the CD is for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks for sending the box. I should get it sometime next change.
My current companion is from Santa Cruz, Bolivia and this is his last month and a half in the mission before he goes home. He looks like Giorgio and is a bit like Giorgio as for his personality but less reserved. We get along well and because of that were working really well and busting our behinds. Elder Archila was my companion the last change and yes he is from Guatemala.
I want you to write whatever is comes to your mind as far as the goings on in California and whatever you have heard from Italy, San Francisco and everyone else recently, also what’s new with you and Dad.
I will continue praying and working hard and maybe eventually the lord will soften her heart. It doesn’t matter what the trial is you can overcome it Read Ether 12:6 and after that read 2Nephi2:27-29. You can do it I know it. You two are smart enough and hard working enough to achieve anything, just put your confidence in the lord and yourselves and you will accomplish your dreams. When I get home I will be busting my behind because I understand now how truly important the family is. Doesn’t worry I will find the woman I want to raise a family with and we will be a team like you and Dad. I am so very grateful for the fact I am here on the mission. The Lord is molding me in his hands here. It’s not always easy, or fun but it’s more than worth it. At times I regret not doing this sooner but there is nothing I can do about that now, just make the most of it as possible and I am doing that. Everyday I understand why the members of the church, although they have problems like the rest of us are a whole lot more successful and its because the men went on missions and learned humility, patience, diligence to the lord, and how to apply Christ like attributes to every day life. The woman learns the same principles as well. They LIVE the gospel, and that’s the difference.The grandchildren will grow up eventually. They have you and Dad as examples and if they so choose they will incorporate the example you have given them in their own lives to some extent. Chris seems to be turning out alright. For his sake I hope he goes to church and emulates the great examples of young men that there are in the Rocklin 2nd ward.
About Elder Rich I was mistaken he isn’t in our zone exactly. The elders in the mission office have a different P-day and zone meeting although there in the district of one of our district leaders and send him their numbers. I have no idea how that works. Elder Rich seems to be doing well. We had our interviews with the President and the assistants Friday the 7th and 5 hours later and 7 lessons later the meeting ended and we went on our way. I haven’t heard from Ezra Saenz since February or March when he called me and told me he would send a package. Have you heard from him since then? I have been really concentrating on improving in three categories because I feel as though if these three fields are strong I will have the tools to improve the rest and they are humility, patience, obedience. Be careful what you ask the Lord because you get it eventually. I have been given many opportunities to better myself in these categories and I'm sure that will continue to improve for at the very least the rest of my mission! We somehow did the impossible and got the husband of a member to commit to baptism this month and the missionaries have been trying for 7 years to do so. It goes to show that everyone has their time.
I love you and pray for you always. I too look forward to returning home, but I know the Lord needs me here for another 10 & 1/2months. The time will fly by and next thing you know the popular phrase will be "One time in the mission....." and there will be many more special moments to share.
Keep on keeping on yall!
Love,
Elder Morton
Date: Mon 8/10/09 8:56
Hey yall,
Another correspondence from the crazy world of Peru:
Thank you Mom for always having me in mind even though I’m so far away and all. You should be getting a letter and a CD with a few photos on it, but it’s not all because the computer couldn’t read my chip 100%. There will be a manila folder that has a letter to Rob A and the CD is for the whole family to enjoy. Thanks for sending the box. I should get it sometime next change.
My current companion is from Santa Cruz, Bolivia and this is his last month and a half in the mission before he goes home. He looks like Giorgio and is a bit like Giorgio as for his personality but less reserved. We get along well and because of that were working really well and busting our behinds. Elder Archila was my companion the last change and yes he is from Guatemala.
I want you to write whatever is comes to your mind as far as the goings on in California and whatever you have heard from Italy, San Francisco and everyone else recently, also what’s new with you and Dad.
I will continue praying and working hard and maybe eventually the lord will soften her heart. It doesn’t matter what the trial is you can overcome it Read Ether 12:6 and after that read 2Nephi2:27-29. You can do it I know it. You two are smart enough and hard working enough to achieve anything, just put your confidence in the lord and yourselves and you will accomplish your dreams. When I get home I will be busting my behind because I understand now how truly important the family is. Doesn’t worry I will find the woman I want to raise a family with and we will be a team like you and Dad. I am so very grateful for the fact I am here on the mission. The Lord is molding me in his hands here. It’s not always easy, or fun but it’s more than worth it. At times I regret not doing this sooner but there is nothing I can do about that now, just make the most of it as possible and I am doing that. Everyday I understand why the members of the church, although they have problems like the rest of us are a whole lot more successful and its because the men went on missions and learned humility, patience, diligence to the lord, and how to apply Christ like attributes to every day life. The woman learns the same principles as well. They LIVE the gospel, and that’s the difference.The grandchildren will grow up eventually. They have you and Dad as examples and if they so choose they will incorporate the example you have given them in their own lives to some extent. Chris seems to be turning out alright. For his sake I hope he goes to church and emulates the great examples of young men that there are in the Rocklin 2nd ward.
About Elder Rich I was mistaken he isn’t in our zone exactly. The elders in the mission office have a different P-day and zone meeting although there in the district of one of our district leaders and send him their numbers. I have no idea how that works. Elder Rich seems to be doing well. We had our interviews with the President and the assistants Friday the 7th and 5 hours later and 7 lessons later the meeting ended and we went on our way. I haven’t heard from Ezra Saenz since February or March when he called me and told me he would send a package. Have you heard from him since then? I have been really concentrating on improving in three categories because I feel as though if these three fields are strong I will have the tools to improve the rest and they are humility, patience, obedience. Be careful what you ask the Lord because you get it eventually. I have been given many opportunities to better myself in these categories and I'm sure that will continue to improve for at the very least the rest of my mission! We somehow did the impossible and got the husband of a member to commit to baptism this month and the missionaries have been trying for 7 years to do so. It goes to show that everyone has their time.
I love you and pray for you always. I too look forward to returning home, but I know the Lord needs me here for another 10 & 1/2months. The time will fly by and next thing you know the popular phrase will be "One time in the mission....." and there will be many more special moments to share.
Keep on keeping on yall!
Love,
Elder Morton
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Living the dream
Subject: Living the dream
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009
Hey all!
Yes I received the code to my card but I hope I won't need it until I buy my farewell cards towards the end of my mission. In regards to the box it's all good I got a box the week before changes with some stuff that I needed. It would be really great if in the next box you send me some Q-tips.
It would do those grand kids well going on a mission! It really changes us and makes us more humble, patient, & obedient. It gives a clear understanding about our purpose in life and how to accomplish our goals but submitting to the will of the Lord, if we do that things will work out for us a whole lot better than we could have done on our own.
Things are great in Lima. My new area is basically the Peru version of Stanford Ranch. The area is full of rich people who are ready for the gospel. It's ironic really because my other experiences here in Peru were, up till now the contrary, if they had money they didn’t need religion. It's not really a new job it's just a reason to be more responsible and work harder because if the area isn’t successful it's my own fault.
My new companion will complete his 2 years of service in September and he is really a great guy. He reminds me of Giorgio a lot, but from Bolivia. The pensionist is really good and I probably will gain a few pounds while here. Yes Elder Rich has one more change after this one and he is home! I am really happy for him because he has really been a great example of being the best possible missionary in every moment, up till the very end. I respect him a whole lot and I am really excited because he is in my zone again.
Keep up the good work and I’m sure if you pray a whole lot and keep reading your scriptures and going to church you will get the permanent position at Sears. Wow Melinda has always been a bit sickly but that’s sad she had a stroke. In regards to the San Francisco crew just keep in touch with them as much as possible and what’s new in their lives.
Figure out a way so that you can go to church every Sunday even if its only for an hour its THAT important! In regards to INA functions be creative. You can always have functions in your house. It's one thing to know the principles of something, applying them is another animal completely. It's all worth it and then some, Church, INA compliment each other and really if we are converted and do what’s necessary we will receive the blessings after the trial of our faith.
Read the book of "Ether" in The Book of Mormon, it's an eye opener. Especially chapters 4 and 12. I teach these principles on a daily basis and over the course of 13 months I have seen the huge difference between those who live the gospel and those who understand the gospel and yet don’t apply it. I really want for you, my family the absolute best but if you don’t apply your faith in the atonement of Jesus Christ his suffering was in vane. All he asks is that you have faith in him, repent of your sins, be baptized, receive the gift of the holy ghost, and preserver till the end of our lives and if we do that we will receive eternal life. "You can do it!"
Love,
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2009
Hey all!
Yes I received the code to my card but I hope I won't need it until I buy my farewell cards towards the end of my mission. In regards to the box it's all good I got a box the week before changes with some stuff that I needed. It would be really great if in the next box you send me some Q-tips.
It would do those grand kids well going on a mission! It really changes us and makes us more humble, patient, & obedient. It gives a clear understanding about our purpose in life and how to accomplish our goals but submitting to the will of the Lord, if we do that things will work out for us a whole lot better than we could have done on our own.
Things are great in Lima. My new area is basically the Peru version of Stanford Ranch. The area is full of rich people who are ready for the gospel. It's ironic really because my other experiences here in Peru were, up till now the contrary, if they had money they didn’t need religion. It's not really a new job it's just a reason to be more responsible and work harder because if the area isn’t successful it's my own fault.
My new companion will complete his 2 years of service in September and he is really a great guy. He reminds me of Giorgio a lot, but from Bolivia. The pensionist is really good and I probably will gain a few pounds while here. Yes Elder Rich has one more change after this one and he is home! I am really happy for him because he has really been a great example of being the best possible missionary in every moment, up till the very end. I respect him a whole lot and I am really excited because he is in my zone again.
Keep up the good work and I’m sure if you pray a whole lot and keep reading your scriptures and going to church you will get the permanent position at Sears. Wow Melinda has always been a bit sickly but that’s sad she had a stroke. In regards to the San Francisco crew just keep in touch with them as much as possible and what’s new in their lives.
Figure out a way so that you can go to church every Sunday even if its only for an hour its THAT important! In regards to INA functions be creative. You can always have functions in your house. It's one thing to know the principles of something, applying them is another animal completely. It's all worth it and then some, Church, INA compliment each other and really if we are converted and do what’s necessary we will receive the blessings after the trial of our faith.
Read the book of "Ether" in The Book of Mormon, it's an eye opener. Especially chapters 4 and 12. I teach these principles on a daily basis and over the course of 13 months I have seen the huge difference between those who live the gospel and those who understand the gospel and yet don’t apply it. I really want for you, my family the absolute best but if you don’t apply your faith in the atonement of Jesus Christ his suffering was in vane. All he asks is that you have faith in him, repent of your sins, be baptized, receive the gift of the holy ghost, and preserver till the end of our lives and if we do that we will receive eternal life. "You can do it!"
Love,
Elder Morton
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Elder Morton, Senior Companion!
Subject: I’m going to Lima as Senior companion!
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:24:16
Hey yall!
Our next change is this Wednesday the 29th and I have done well enough to be senior companion which means I’m in charge! It’s crazy to think but its true, the president trusts me enough to be a leader. I thought I would never be capable with the way I was progressing, but you never know what the future holds.
I did receive the box you sent June 12th with the soap, razors, protein bars, powder, vitamins and calcium which the calcium will last me my whole mission! I also received the photos, letters and garments.
I am now in the process of writing Rob the Animal and I will send the letter out as soon and possible.
I burnt a DVD of all my photos and will send that out too. My weight is more normal now. I am probably about 135-140 I would guess but I have no idea really. I am basically used to the food now so all is well there. Oh yeah tell Rob A that he should eat more meat and less protein powder!
Wow Jackie got hitched! She looks happy so I’m happy for her. I’m even happier to hear that Dad got to walk his daughter down the aisle.
That’s cool that you visited Earl and he was happy to talk to you guys. Those old people need a visit every now and then to keep them going. It’s a service that I wish I did more of before the mission but now that I have learned the value of service I will be doing more of it when I get home.
It's been tough here as a missionary in Huaral because the people don’t really want to listen to us or our message and its sad because really there is nothing to lose and everything to gain being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I have learned so very much to confide in the Lord a whole lot more and that the key to real joy not only is having faith but being obedient to what we know is true. I am grateful for making the decision to go on a mission. I wish I had the faith in myself and the lord to have done it sooner. I know that this is what the Lord wanted for me all along and now I am lucky enough to experience it for these two years. The principles I learn here I will be able to apply not only as a missionary but as a latter day saint, a son, a brother, an uncle, and eventually a husband and a father. Its absolutely priceless.
I pray that my family too may have the desire to know for themselves why their little brother, uncle or friend is in Peru preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. It’s because as crazy as it sounds, families really can be forever. The only way they can know for themselves is to ask God himself if its true in a prayer, and if they pay attention they will receive an answer.
I would like if Mom did our family history for the next 11 months because when I get back I want to do the temple work for the Giosso’s and Morton’s. A name here a name there when there is time.
So how is everybody doing? Sounds like Annette is still very busy and that’s ok. James is growing up and that’s really great. Chris is turning out to be a good young man; I knew he could do it. Wally and Jenn are the same it seems. Mike and Sunny seems to be happy with their little rascal and I'm really excited to see him when I get home.
What’s the latest on the San Francisco crew? Jimmie, Fu and the kids, Semaj, China and my newest nephew. Joyce, Revonda, and her rascals. The young guns? Bill and Sue, Jenna, Adam, Corey, Brett, Michelle, Colon, Adrian and his brother.
Especially how are you guys doing? The old guns hanging in there? Rocklin 2nd and 6th any good news from there? I received a letter from the Rocklin 2nd wards young women who did a camp out of some sort and wrote the missionaries. It was cool.
As always I love you all and pray the best for you. May you overcome all the trials Satan throws in your way and cling even more firmly to the "iron rod."
Love, Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:24:16
Hey yall!
Our next change is this Wednesday the 29th and I have done well enough to be senior companion which means I’m in charge! It’s crazy to think but its true, the president trusts me enough to be a leader. I thought I would never be capable with the way I was progressing, but you never know what the future holds.
I did receive the box you sent June 12th with the soap, razors, protein bars, powder, vitamins and calcium which the calcium will last me my whole mission! I also received the photos, letters and garments.
I am now in the process of writing Rob the Animal and I will send the letter out as soon and possible.
I burnt a DVD of all my photos and will send that out too. My weight is more normal now. I am probably about 135-140 I would guess but I have no idea really. I am basically used to the food now so all is well there. Oh yeah tell Rob A that he should eat more meat and less protein powder!
Wow Jackie got hitched! She looks happy so I’m happy for her. I’m even happier to hear that Dad got to walk his daughter down the aisle.
That’s cool that you visited Earl and he was happy to talk to you guys. Those old people need a visit every now and then to keep them going. It’s a service that I wish I did more of before the mission but now that I have learned the value of service I will be doing more of it when I get home.
It's been tough here as a missionary in Huaral because the people don’t really want to listen to us or our message and its sad because really there is nothing to lose and everything to gain being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I have learned so very much to confide in the Lord a whole lot more and that the key to real joy not only is having faith but being obedient to what we know is true. I am grateful for making the decision to go on a mission. I wish I had the faith in myself and the lord to have done it sooner. I know that this is what the Lord wanted for me all along and now I am lucky enough to experience it for these two years. The principles I learn here I will be able to apply not only as a missionary but as a latter day saint, a son, a brother, an uncle, and eventually a husband and a father. Its absolutely priceless.
I pray that my family too may have the desire to know for themselves why their little brother, uncle or friend is in Peru preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. It’s because as crazy as it sounds, families really can be forever. The only way they can know for themselves is to ask God himself if its true in a prayer, and if they pay attention they will receive an answer.
I would like if Mom did our family history for the next 11 months because when I get back I want to do the temple work for the Giosso’s and Morton’s. A name here a name there when there is time.
So how is everybody doing? Sounds like Annette is still very busy and that’s ok. James is growing up and that’s really great. Chris is turning out to be a good young man; I knew he could do it. Wally and Jenn are the same it seems. Mike and Sunny seems to be happy with their little rascal and I'm really excited to see him when I get home.
What’s the latest on the San Francisco crew? Jimmie, Fu and the kids, Semaj, China and my newest nephew. Joyce, Revonda, and her rascals. The young guns? Bill and Sue, Jenna, Adam, Corey, Brett, Michelle, Colon, Adrian and his brother.
Especially how are you guys doing? The old guns hanging in there? Rocklin 2nd and 6th any good news from there? I received a letter from the Rocklin 2nd wards young women who did a camp out of some sort and wrote the missionaries. It was cool.
As always I love you all and pray the best for you. May you overcome all the trials Satan throws in your way and cling even more firmly to the "iron rod."
Love, Elder Morton
Letter from Huacho/Huaral, Peru
Subject: Huacho/Huaral, Peru
Date: July 10, 2009
Hey Fam!
I don’t know how I managed it but I have a few extra minutes this morning so I am writing a little bit of what’s going down with me in Huacho/Huaral. First of all it isn’t the jungle, so right now it’s a bit cold, but I brought a sweater.
This branch has over 1,500 less active members and about 100 that attend weekly. The church doesn’t have a computer so everything is kept track on paper so finding addresses to houses is an adventure. I, somewhere along the line obtained a negative attitude towards Latino’s and all because of my developing pride and impatience. After two verbal fights with my companion in two weeks I had no choice but to look inward on the situation and come up with a solution. I realized that needed to change not just for now, but for the long run, and in a big way. I’m in the midst of that now, and I am grateful in every way for the opportunity in which God has blessed me with to actually become humble and patient like Josh, Jon, and Joe Mortimer and all the other really great young men that served missions and now are great men of God. I respect them a lot.
I've had a lot of time to think of what I want to do with my life when I get home and the Team INA business will be a big part. I want my family to have the opportunity to see the world and how good we have it where we live. If I bust my behind I will get married in a year from when I get home from the mission and a year later we will be able to buy our first house. At this rate by 30, my wife will be a full time mom and I will be working part-time for “the man” and part-time for myself. At age 33 I will be retired and a full time dad. It’s possible and all’s I have to do is obey the commandments, work hard, and stay humble. I hope you guys are working the business as well as going to church amongst the craziness.
How crazy is that? I’m talking about my own family, wife, and kids like it’s just around the corner and I have almost a year left to serve before I can do anything about these things. I’m getting old before my eyes but that’s inevitable really. I am changing in just about every way possible but I know it’s what God intends for me and I’m happy with the man I am becoming. I’m not the man I need to be but thanks to the mission I’m getting there little by little. God has a plan for us and if we do our part we will be blessed temporally and spiritually.
As a missionary I see the difference between the faithful members and the so so and the reason why the faithful seem to always have enough in every sense, not necessarily rich but enough to over come trials; it’s their faith and obedience to the commandments. All we have to do is keep on keeping on in a positive way and with a whole lot of faith nothing is impossible, no matter age, race, or looks.
I love you and pray you are all well. Please give my shout outs to everyone we know and love.
Love, Elder Morton
Date: July 10, 2009
Hey Fam!
I don’t know how I managed it but I have a few extra minutes this morning so I am writing a little bit of what’s going down with me in Huacho/Huaral. First of all it isn’t the jungle, so right now it’s a bit cold, but I brought a sweater.
This branch has over 1,500 less active members and about 100 that attend weekly. The church doesn’t have a computer so everything is kept track on paper so finding addresses to houses is an adventure. I, somewhere along the line obtained a negative attitude towards Latino’s and all because of my developing pride and impatience. After two verbal fights with my companion in two weeks I had no choice but to look inward on the situation and come up with a solution. I realized that needed to change not just for now, but for the long run, and in a big way. I’m in the midst of that now, and I am grateful in every way for the opportunity in which God has blessed me with to actually become humble and patient like Josh, Jon, and Joe Mortimer and all the other really great young men that served missions and now are great men of God. I respect them a lot.
I've had a lot of time to think of what I want to do with my life when I get home and the Team INA business will be a big part. I want my family to have the opportunity to see the world and how good we have it where we live. If I bust my behind I will get married in a year from when I get home from the mission and a year later we will be able to buy our first house. At this rate by 30, my wife will be a full time mom and I will be working part-time for “the man” and part-time for myself. At age 33 I will be retired and a full time dad. It’s possible and all’s I have to do is obey the commandments, work hard, and stay humble. I hope you guys are working the business as well as going to church amongst the craziness.
How crazy is that? I’m talking about my own family, wife, and kids like it’s just around the corner and I have almost a year left to serve before I can do anything about these things. I’m getting old before my eyes but that’s inevitable really. I am changing in just about every way possible but I know it’s what God intends for me and I’m happy with the man I am becoming. I’m not the man I need to be but thanks to the mission I’m getting there little by little. God has a plan for us and if we do our part we will be blessed temporally and spiritually.
As a missionary I see the difference between the faithful members and the so so and the reason why the faithful seem to always have enough in every sense, not necessarily rich but enough to over come trials; it’s their faith and obedience to the commandments. All we have to do is keep on keeping on in a positive way and with a whole lot of faith nothing is impossible, no matter age, race, or looks.
I love you and pray you are all well. Please give my shout outs to everyone we know and love.
Love, Elder Morton
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 07.20.09
Subject: ¡Estoy muuuuy bien! Gracias
Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:54:20
Hey yall!
Wow Jenn and Wally are once again with Jenns Mom?
Thats crazy that the great grand mother suffered a stroke, thats not good.
That Mike likes to work far from home but who can blame him with the crazy family he has LOL! Wow Ryder has 7 teeth already? He is growing up quick but thats how kids are! In regards to Annette let her do her thing. She knows where you live, your email, phone and cell number at this point its in her hands. You cant worry about her, you have more important things to do like take care of your health.
I'm glad Chris has turned out to be a promising young man. Thats more than I can say for the rest it seems. Selfishness and pride seems to be more the rule than the exception. I, through these last few months have realized humility, patience and charity are three big keys to success and real happiness in life. I heard that Dad totaled his truck and he was a bit shook up but alright. Its good to hear nothing drastick happened. Say hello to the Mortons for me, all of them!
I have changed a whole lot its crazy. I was thinking about it the other day and I still have a whole lot to learn and 11 months to do it in! I dont make the nasty comments every time someone says something I dont like and I am taking criticism a lot better; Im basically taking it like a man! Sometimes its better to not make a scene and do what you have to so you can get what you want in the end. The woman I marry will have to be great because of our kids, if they take after me they will be crazy for the first 23 years! These past 2 months really have been humbling for me. Its been really good because I truely believe I needed it more than I knew. I am discovering on the mission not only how important the family is but what I want for my own family and what I will need to do or sacrafice in order to get it. I realized the first two years of my post mission life will be hard, but if if I take what I have learned here about faith, obedience and dilligence it will be worth all the hard work in the end because my family will have the life I want for them, the life they deserve.
I hope you guys are still doing your all to build your spiritual wealth as well as financial wealth. I know you guys are capable of great things it just take a little bit of faith, obedience, and dilligence and you can have it all!> I love you all. Please keep me updated with all the crews from Rocklin to the Bay area to Italy and everywhere else because I got love for them all!
Love,
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:54:20
Hey yall!
Wow Jenn and Wally are once again with Jenns Mom?
Thats crazy that the great grand mother suffered a stroke, thats not good.
That Mike likes to work far from home but who can blame him with the crazy family he has LOL! Wow Ryder has 7 teeth already? He is growing up quick but thats how kids are! In regards to Annette let her do her thing. She knows where you live, your email, phone and cell number at this point its in her hands. You cant worry about her, you have more important things to do like take care of your health.
I'm glad Chris has turned out to be a promising young man. Thats more than I can say for the rest it seems. Selfishness and pride seems to be more the rule than the exception. I, through these last few months have realized humility, patience and charity are three big keys to success and real happiness in life. I heard that Dad totaled his truck and he was a bit shook up but alright. Its good to hear nothing drastick happened. Say hello to the Mortons for me, all of them!
I have changed a whole lot its crazy. I was thinking about it the other day and I still have a whole lot to learn and 11 months to do it in! I dont make the nasty comments every time someone says something I dont like and I am taking criticism a lot better; Im basically taking it like a man! Sometimes its better to not make a scene and do what you have to so you can get what you want in the end. The woman I marry will have to be great because of our kids, if they take after me they will be crazy for the first 23 years! These past 2 months really have been humbling for me. Its been really good because I truely believe I needed it more than I knew. I am discovering on the mission not only how important the family is but what I want for my own family and what I will need to do or sacrafice in order to get it. I realized the first two years of my post mission life will be hard, but if if I take what I have learned here about faith, obedience and dilligence it will be worth all the hard work in the end because my family will have the life I want for them, the life they deserve.
I hope you guys are still doing your all to build your spiritual wealth as well as financial wealth. I know you guys are capable of great things it just take a little bit of faith, obedience, and dilligence and you can have it all!> I love you all. Please keep me updated with all the crews from Rocklin to the Bay area to Italy and everywhere else because I got love for them all!
Love,
Elder Morton
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Monday, July 13, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 07.13.09
Subject: Growing up in Huaral
Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:37:57
Wow!
Last week for you guys was crazy with the accident and all! That’s cool that Matt said he would be there for you guys. It seems like the two babies are growing up James and Rob that is LOL! It is nice to hear Wally Jennifer helped Dad lending him their car. I was sorry to hear about Matt & Annette I hope things work out for her and my nephews.
It’s true what they say in INA, they always change the deal and the deal always requires more work for the same pay. Are you guys still working the business or just buying the products? I know you can do it and not only that, but you NEED to do it because you guys aren’t getting any younger and you cant keep up this pace for long or you will work till you die, literally!
Jackie finally made the commitment, good for her! Rodney seems like a good guy. Yes, please send photos. I look forward to the smiles. Wow Claire will be 9! Please send her a very happy Birthday from Uncle Rob! Ashleigh will be 14?! That’s crazy to think. Man Mike will be 31, the babies are getting old! Yeah, that’s right Wally and Jennifer’s Anniversary is in August. 10 years of bliss, you got to give them props for making it work and not giving up when they could have many times.
I haven’t received that letter from Rob A but that’s because we didn’t have interviews with the President June and July it looks like it will be towards the end before we have interviews and changes are the 29th so by sometime this month I will receive that stuff. I will write back and give Rob A my opinion as soon as I receive the letter, without a doubt.
I recently wrote you all a letter and I’m sending it today with a cool post card from a place we visited as a zone which is near the area me and my comp get to preach the gospel. I am also going to look for an area to burn my pictures onto a CD once again so I can send you the photos I promised. You would be proud of me. I am really growing up. It only took a year in the mish to break me down enough to be willing to change but its happening. It’s so much easier to learn when you are humble and willing to take criticism and advice from people who really know what they are talking about. The culture is different here and I am actually adjusting and changing my way to interact with people for the better. They are sensitive here and I’m really learning how to sweet talk so that I don’t offend people and so that I can be a more effective missionary.
You and Dad are still going to church, praying, and reading your scriptures right? I sure hope so. I pray for you all a lot and I hope you follow the prophet and his counseling’s because they are modern revelation and we will be blessed if we follow what he and his apostles say.
I love you all and have faith that if we do all we are able Jesus will make up for what we lack and we will be blessed spiritually and temporally and with the excess we can bless the lives of our family and friends.
You can do it!
Much Love,
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:37:57
Wow!
Last week for you guys was crazy with the accident and all! That’s cool that Matt said he would be there for you guys. It seems like the two babies are growing up James and Rob that is LOL! It is nice to hear Wally Jennifer helped Dad lending him their car. I was sorry to hear about Matt & Annette I hope things work out for her and my nephews.
It’s true what they say in INA, they always change the deal and the deal always requires more work for the same pay. Are you guys still working the business or just buying the products? I know you can do it and not only that, but you NEED to do it because you guys aren’t getting any younger and you cant keep up this pace for long or you will work till you die, literally!
Jackie finally made the commitment, good for her! Rodney seems like a good guy. Yes, please send photos. I look forward to the smiles. Wow Claire will be 9! Please send her a very happy Birthday from Uncle Rob! Ashleigh will be 14?! That’s crazy to think. Man Mike will be 31, the babies are getting old! Yeah, that’s right Wally and Jennifer’s Anniversary is in August. 10 years of bliss, you got to give them props for making it work and not giving up when they could have many times.
I haven’t received that letter from Rob A but that’s because we didn’t have interviews with the President June and July it looks like it will be towards the end before we have interviews and changes are the 29th so by sometime this month I will receive that stuff. I will write back and give Rob A my opinion as soon as I receive the letter, without a doubt.
I recently wrote you all a letter and I’m sending it today with a cool post card from a place we visited as a zone which is near the area me and my comp get to preach the gospel. I am also going to look for an area to burn my pictures onto a CD once again so I can send you the photos I promised. You would be proud of me. I am really growing up. It only took a year in the mish to break me down enough to be willing to change but its happening. It’s so much easier to learn when you are humble and willing to take criticism and advice from people who really know what they are talking about. The culture is different here and I am actually adjusting and changing my way to interact with people for the better. They are sensitive here and I’m really learning how to sweet talk so that I don’t offend people and so that I can be a more effective missionary.
You and Dad are still going to church, praying, and reading your scriptures right? I sure hope so. I pray for you all a lot and I hope you follow the prophet and his counseling’s because they are modern revelation and we will be blessed if we follow what he and his apostles say.
I love you all and have faith that if we do all we are able Jesus will make up for what we lack and we will be blessed spiritually and temporally and with the excess we can bless the lives of our family and friends.
You can do it!
Much Love,
Elder Morton
Monday, July 6, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton July 06, 2009
Subject: LIFE IS CRAZY SOMETIMES!
Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 16:13:07
Hey yall!
I heard about Micheal Jackson and didn't believe it at first. It seemed like a bad joke. It's something that seems like it will never happen, but even the most talented and or famous die. I didn't know Farra Fawscett died, but as you said she wasn't doing well for quite some time. As of now I am good on protein, vitamins, soap, and shampoo for a while. I think I should be good for at least this change. Chris is going to church? Good for him. It's the best atmosphere he could possibly be in. Chris always had a good heart, he just ended up in the wrong crowd for a few years. It's great that Chris has the desire to finish school. His education is of great importance for his future and the more he gets the better for him as a man.
Wow there is dry rot in the bathroom, that will be a tough job. The kitchen floor needs to be replaced too? Man that is crazy.
That is James for ya. I was like that also. Man on that note I'm sorry for how immature, and proud I was. These past few weeks have been a real eye opener for me. I never realized how disobedient I was really until now. The mission is such a big help with young men like myself that need to be more humble, patient and obedient because there is no choice but to be that way or you can't have any success.
Are you serious?! Wow how crazy is that?! Brad Smith is in Santiago, Chile and Zach Zufelt is in the MTC? Man those little ones grow up so fast! How is Elder Cook in Texas? I bet he is doing so well. He was the type of young man I wish I was and pray my kids will be like. I will have to write him a quick note. Yes people can still write me at dearelder.com. I get those every time we have interviews with the president. Once a month basically. Yeah forwarding the emails with photos to my yahoo account is cool.
Speaking of photos is the problem with the I was going t mail you is that someone erased all my photos in Pucallpa the jungle) and a member has a program that retreived all my photos which is awesome. The problem is now here isnt any computers that want to read this disc to burn a CD. I will look around for a place here but I havent had a chance yet because every monday and tuesday we are in a bus for three hours for P-day and another three hours for zone meetings so basically all my free time is spent in a bus, but today we have our p-day in my area so I will look around.
Every day I am here I realize how many opportunities I had and how blessed I was and Wow I didn' take advantage of my blessings at all and for that I'm here, 26 years old in a country that's nothing like Rocklin, CA. I am just now learning things that 19 year old kids learn in the church. Where did the time go? God is so patient with us. I have a year left to work on my weaknesses so that I can be a good missionary and by the grace of God alone I will return home the man I was supposed to be. Pray for me, I will need it!
I love you guys so very much and pray every day that you too can overcome your trials and hard times. Remember to always keep the cammandments and never give up no matter what the adversary says.
I love you all!
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 6 Jul 2009 16:13:07
Hey yall!
I heard about Micheal Jackson and didn't believe it at first. It seemed like a bad joke. It's something that seems like it will never happen, but even the most talented and or famous die. I didn't know Farra Fawscett died, but as you said she wasn't doing well for quite some time. As of now I am good on protein, vitamins, soap, and shampoo for a while. I think I should be good for at least this change. Chris is going to church? Good for him. It's the best atmosphere he could possibly be in. Chris always had a good heart, he just ended up in the wrong crowd for a few years. It's great that Chris has the desire to finish school. His education is of great importance for his future and the more he gets the better for him as a man.
Wow there is dry rot in the bathroom, that will be a tough job. The kitchen floor needs to be replaced too? Man that is crazy.
That is James for ya. I was like that also. Man on that note I'm sorry for how immature, and proud I was. These past few weeks have been a real eye opener for me. I never realized how disobedient I was really until now. The mission is such a big help with young men like myself that need to be more humble, patient and obedient because there is no choice but to be that way or you can't have any success.
Are you serious?! Wow how crazy is that?! Brad Smith is in Santiago, Chile and Zach Zufelt is in the MTC? Man those little ones grow up so fast! How is Elder Cook in Texas? I bet he is doing so well. He was the type of young man I wish I was and pray my kids will be like. I will have to write him a quick note. Yes people can still write me at dearelder.com. I get those every time we have interviews with the president. Once a month basically. Yeah forwarding the emails with photos to my yahoo account is cool.
Speaking of photos is the problem with the I was going t mail you is that someone erased all my photos in Pucallpa the jungle) and a member has a program that retreived all my photos which is awesome. The problem is now here isnt any computers that want to read this disc to burn a CD. I will look around for a place here but I havent had a chance yet because every monday and tuesday we are in a bus for three hours for P-day and another three hours for zone meetings so basically all my free time is spent in a bus, but today we have our p-day in my area so I will look around.
Every day I am here I realize how many opportunities I had and how blessed I was and Wow I didn' take advantage of my blessings at all and for that I'm here, 26 years old in a country that's nothing like Rocklin, CA. I am just now learning things that 19 year old kids learn in the church. Where did the time go? God is so patient with us. I have a year left to work on my weaknesses so that I can be a good missionary and by the grace of God alone I will return home the man I was supposed to be. Pray for me, I will need it!
I love you guys so very much and pray every day that you too can overcome your trials and hard times. Remember to always keep the cammandments and never give up no matter what the adversary says.
I love you all!
Elder Morton
Monday, June 29, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 06.29.09
Subject: I like good news!
Date: Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:06:32
Hey yall,
I received your box from May 10th with the debit card, vitamins, hair stuff and protein. I haven’t used the debit card yet but I will check to see if it works. I’m glad to hear you got a break on the mortgage, that’s a blessing.
Well I guess we have to look at what’s going on in peoples lives to really understand why they act the way they do. Basically their life isn’t what they'd hoped for and they aren't getting any younger and their disposition can only get worse as things continue do not to go their way. They feels as though they did everything right but still their life isn’t going in the direction they want.
The only thing you can do for them is pray for them, love them and help them when they let you, the best you can.
In regards to Jamie and Jordan, you did your best to mend wounds that are 14 years old and well on that note at least your conscience can be free. What’s up with these unhappy people is they do not have the gospel in their lives so really they don’t get it. They don’t understand really what our purpose in life is, period and that’s huge.
The names of all my companions: Elders Saenz, Garnica, Ayala, Mamani, Aguilar, Choc, and Archila is my current comp.
I don’t have much more time because the bus was late and I don’t get my normal hour. I love you all and pray for you daily. See you soon....
Love
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:06:32
Hey yall,
I received your box from May 10th with the debit card, vitamins, hair stuff and protein. I haven’t used the debit card yet but I will check to see if it works. I’m glad to hear you got a break on the mortgage, that’s a blessing.
Well I guess we have to look at what’s going on in peoples lives to really understand why they act the way they do. Basically their life isn’t what they'd hoped for and they aren't getting any younger and their disposition can only get worse as things continue do not to go their way. They feels as though they did everything right but still their life isn’t going in the direction they want.
The only thing you can do for them is pray for them, love them and help them when they let you, the best you can.
In regards to Jamie and Jordan, you did your best to mend wounds that are 14 years old and well on that note at least your conscience can be free. What’s up with these unhappy people is they do not have the gospel in their lives so really they don’t get it. They don’t understand really what our purpose in life is, period and that’s huge.
The names of all my companions: Elders Saenz, Garnica, Ayala, Mamani, Aguilar, Choc, and Archila is my current comp.
I don’t have much more time because the bus was late and I don’t get my normal hour. I love you all and pray for you daily. See you soon....
Love
Elder Morton
Monday, June 22, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 06.22.09
Subject: P´Huacho me fui!
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:23:25
Dad, Día del Padre Feliz! Happy Fathers Day! Thank you for all that you've done and do for me, I really do appreciate you. I couldn't have asked for a better Dad than you. One of many things I've learned this year is how important family is. You all mean a lot to me.
Much Love,
Elder Morton
Hey yall!!!
So I’m here actually in Huaral. It’s a huge branch that once was a zone and now is the area of two missionaries. This change for no apparent reason has been a rebirth for me. I am taking the lead and contacting everyone including people chilling on their roof! I am super excited because I feel as though if were obedient and diligent we will be effective tools in the hands of god to work miracles.
I haven’t received a box yet but if there is one to be received I will receive it tomorrow. I am now using that big bottle of shampoo because now I have all my luggage where as before my big suit case was in Lima because we can only have one suit case that weights 42lbs. We will see how well it works with my hair situation but I look at it like this; my grandpa Andrew was bald before 30 and he didn’t have a problem with the ladies!
Wow that’s really good news about the house! It seems like the hard work is paying off! Yes keep working hard and doing what you can to drop the weight, its at this point starting is a life and death situation like I said. I would like it if you were healthy enough to ENJOY my kids no matter how crazy they are but in order to do that you need to take care of yourself, and quit putting yourself last for a while, spiritually, temporally and financially.
Don’t let comments like that from Mike at Fitness 19 stop you from doing a good thing such as going to the gym? It wasn’t his intention for you to stop going to the gym, but go more often.
I have learned so much and I have another year left! They have no idea what life is really about or what really matters most. I see why Mormons are so much more successful in life in general. There are always exceptions but for the most part LDS families really are united in one cause, the eternal happiness of the family, not in cool toys and things that don’t last.
I am so very grateful to be here in Peru. I understand more so now the example that Joseph Mortimer gave in his homecoming talk that first Sunday he was back from the Mission about being in debt to God and through our good works trying to pay him back and yet when we do so he blesses us even more making it impossible to ever settle the debt. I feel that way now. The harder I work and baptize people more and more people he blesses me even more every day with life lessons and memories that are priceless. I am not the same man I was when I left home and it’s not a bad thing at all. I am not perfect. I never will be perfect, but I understand our purpose in life and for that I’m forever grateful to God for calling me here and my family and friends for making it possible to be here. I love you all and wish you the best that life has to offer.
Much Love,
Elder Morton
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:23:25
Dad, Día del Padre Feliz! Happy Fathers Day! Thank you for all that you've done and do for me, I really do appreciate you. I couldn't have asked for a better Dad than you. One of many things I've learned this year is how important family is. You all mean a lot to me.
Much Love,
Elder Morton
Hey yall!!!
So I’m here actually in Huaral. It’s a huge branch that once was a zone and now is the area of two missionaries. This change for no apparent reason has been a rebirth for me. I am taking the lead and contacting everyone including people chilling on their roof! I am super excited because I feel as though if were obedient and diligent we will be effective tools in the hands of god to work miracles.
I haven’t received a box yet but if there is one to be received I will receive it tomorrow. I am now using that big bottle of shampoo because now I have all my luggage where as before my big suit case was in Lima because we can only have one suit case that weights 42lbs. We will see how well it works with my hair situation but I look at it like this; my grandpa Andrew was bald before 30 and he didn’t have a problem with the ladies!
Wow that’s really good news about the house! It seems like the hard work is paying off! Yes keep working hard and doing what you can to drop the weight, its at this point starting is a life and death situation like I said. I would like it if you were healthy enough to ENJOY my kids no matter how crazy they are but in order to do that you need to take care of yourself, and quit putting yourself last for a while, spiritually, temporally and financially.
Don’t let comments like that from Mike at Fitness 19 stop you from doing a good thing such as going to the gym? It wasn’t his intention for you to stop going to the gym, but go more often.
I have learned so much and I have another year left! They have no idea what life is really about or what really matters most. I see why Mormons are so much more successful in life in general. There are always exceptions but for the most part LDS families really are united in one cause, the eternal happiness of the family, not in cool toys and things that don’t last.
I am so very grateful to be here in Peru. I understand more so now the example that Joseph Mortimer gave in his homecoming talk that first Sunday he was back from the Mission about being in debt to God and through our good works trying to pay him back and yet when we do so he blesses us even more making it impossible to ever settle the debt. I feel that way now. The harder I work and baptize people more and more people he blesses me even more every day with life lessons and memories that are priceless. I am not the same man I was when I left home and it’s not a bad thing at all. I am not perfect. I never will be perfect, but I understand our purpose in life and for that I’m forever grateful to God for calling me here and my family and friends for making it possible to be here. I love you all and wish you the best that life has to offer.
Much Love,
Elder Morton
Monday, June 15, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 06.15.09
Subject: Me voy a Huacho!
Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:56:38
Hey yall!
As the title entails I’m going back to the beach. Or more accurate to the desert! I should get a box by next week because the zone leaders have a meeting this Wednesday in Lima so all of them will be in Lima receiving training and all the stuff for their zone. I will keep you posted on that. Thanks Mom for all that you do, I really appreciate it.
How crazy is that?! James is actually doing it! He is moving away from the nest, which is really awesome! I’m proud of that big guy. The thing in regards to the baptisms is that it has nothing to do with me. There are so many people prepared by God himself to receive the gospel that a weird gringo who can’t speak Spanish very well that as of yet doesn’t really get how to be a really good/knowledgeable missionary can baptize them because their just plain ready.
When one moves out one move in, it’s like a family version of a hotel. I see that things are still as crazy as when I left with the grandkids and my siblings. That’s a shame.
I agree Mom concentrate on getting healthy physically, spiritually, and mentally, because you will need it when I have kids! They will be 6 mini me’s running around soon! You need to go to church every Sunday, it isn’t always easy but it’s worth it, just exercise your faith and you will reap the rewards later. In regards to the business that too requires a lot of sacrifice but is not only worth it but essential if you want to ever be financially stable to say the least. I know you have dreams still and the only you can accomplish them is if you’re right with God and have more money coming in than you can spend and the only way that will happen for you guys is praying, studying the scriptures, and going to church and working the business. You can’t think or act like a consumer in this business and expect to be successful.
I will read Rob A´s letter about him giving up on the business, but I’ll tell you now there is no excuse. Keep working the business Mom and as I said before be creative in finding new people who want to build the business, and NEVER GIVE UP!
Please send my love to Jimmie, Futaba, Masai and Sayaka. I feel as though Jimmie and Futaba are my brother and sister in law in the fact that I love them like family and their kids seem like my nephew and niece. You should be receiving a CD with photos within the next two weeks and you will see a variety mostly of my first area, a few photos from my second, and a whole lot from my third (The jungle). My new area you won’t see till later. Elder Rich is the bomb and so is his Mom, I look forward to meeting them when I get back home, next year!
Things are going really well here so I am a bit bummed to leave but that’s the mission life. Change is the norm. It doesn’t matter my next area will be great too! I am really enjoying myself because I have learned so much this change and I feel like I am able to communicate and do the work expected of me. It only took a year! I have a long way to go but I remain positive because honestly I understand our purpose in life, which was what I lacked for the first 25 years of my life. It’s not as I thought before. There is a reason for the difficulties and the struggle, to get better and to exercise our faith so that we can become better and if we follow the commandments and persevere till the end of our life God has a place for us in his kingdom.
Tell everyone I love them and wish them the best. Please in addition let me know how things are going with everybody.
Love you all
Elder Morton
Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:56:38
Hey yall!
As the title entails I’m going back to the beach. Or more accurate to the desert! I should get a box by next week because the zone leaders have a meeting this Wednesday in Lima so all of them will be in Lima receiving training and all the stuff for their zone. I will keep you posted on that. Thanks Mom for all that you do, I really appreciate it.
How crazy is that?! James is actually doing it! He is moving away from the nest, which is really awesome! I’m proud of that big guy. The thing in regards to the baptisms is that it has nothing to do with me. There are so many people prepared by God himself to receive the gospel that a weird gringo who can’t speak Spanish very well that as of yet doesn’t really get how to be a really good/knowledgeable missionary can baptize them because their just plain ready.
When one moves out one move in, it’s like a family version of a hotel. I see that things are still as crazy as when I left with the grandkids and my siblings. That’s a shame.
I agree Mom concentrate on getting healthy physically, spiritually, and mentally, because you will need it when I have kids! They will be 6 mini me’s running around soon! You need to go to church every Sunday, it isn’t always easy but it’s worth it, just exercise your faith and you will reap the rewards later. In regards to the business that too requires a lot of sacrifice but is not only worth it but essential if you want to ever be financially stable to say the least. I know you have dreams still and the only you can accomplish them is if you’re right with God and have more money coming in than you can spend and the only way that will happen for you guys is praying, studying the scriptures, and going to church and working the business. You can’t think or act like a consumer in this business and expect to be successful.
I will read Rob A´s letter about him giving up on the business, but I’ll tell you now there is no excuse. Keep working the business Mom and as I said before be creative in finding new people who want to build the business, and NEVER GIVE UP!
Please send my love to Jimmie, Futaba, Masai and Sayaka. I feel as though Jimmie and Futaba are my brother and sister in law in the fact that I love them like family and their kids seem like my nephew and niece. You should be receiving a CD with photos within the next two weeks and you will see a variety mostly of my first area, a few photos from my second, and a whole lot from my third (The jungle). My new area you won’t see till later. Elder Rich is the bomb and so is his Mom, I look forward to meeting them when I get back home, next year!
Things are going really well here so I am a bit bummed to leave but that’s the mission life. Change is the norm. It doesn’t matter my next area will be great too! I am really enjoying myself because I have learned so much this change and I feel like I am able to communicate and do the work expected of me. It only took a year! I have a long way to go but I remain positive because honestly I understand our purpose in life, which was what I lacked for the first 25 years of my life. It’s not as I thought before. There is a reason for the difficulties and the struggle, to get better and to exercise our faith so that we can become better and if we follow the commandments and persevere till the end of our life God has a place for us in his kingdom.
Tell everyone I love them and wish them the best. Please in addition let me know how things are going with everybody.
Love you all
Elder Morton
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Monday, June 8, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 06.08.09
Subject: My purpose has changed
Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2009 14:56
Hey yall!
It's been crazy here in the jungle, but what’s new? Changes are next week so I have no idea what’s going to happen there. I could be changing venues or maybe not. We’ve made it almost a year folks, prepare for the arrival of Elder Morton, it's coming fast!
This change flew by faster than ever. We have made so much progress with the ward here it’s the bomb! The members are more excited about missionary work than when I arrived, and they are actually helping instead of watching us work.
I realized something the other day in regards to my mission as a missionary. I was thinking about changes and becoming senior companion so that I can be a district or zone leader in the next few changes so that I can set a good example for my future generations. I realized that maybe that’s not what God has in mind for me, maybe I’m just supposed to be the best missionary I can be and really become a "real Mormon" so that my future generations can be district, zone leaders and assistants to the President. So I decided to not worry about setting the bar high for my kids but giving them a firm foundation to build upon. My testimony is really growing and I feel like I will be a much better example and of more help to my family and friends when I get home. I really understand the importance of marriage and the family, in which before was just a nice idea to me. On that note what’s new with you guys? Still alive and kicking I hope. How’s everybody’s health doing? Is Rob A readjusting better? How are the grand kids doing? Are my brothers and sisters keeping their noses clean? Jimmie, Fu and the kids working like crazy people as usual? What’s new with Semaj, China, and Zion and the San Francisco crew? Are the young guns still living the dream?
The Rocklin 2nd and 6th wards are still the best in the world and that’s the truth! Is Dad still hanging in there? Is James getting ready to move yet or what? Oh yes and if you could clear my junk mail in the oompa email account to keep it updated that would be great!
Hey Ma are you still in contact with those missionary Mom’s deal and if so please stay in contact with Elder Rich’s mom because I want to visit him and his family when I get home because they really seem like good people. It goes without saying Elder Rich really is a great guy.
I love you guys a whole lot and I look forward to hearing from you next week.
Love,Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 8 Jun 2009 14:56
Hey yall!
It's been crazy here in the jungle, but what’s new? Changes are next week so I have no idea what’s going to happen there. I could be changing venues or maybe not. We’ve made it almost a year folks, prepare for the arrival of Elder Morton, it's coming fast!
This change flew by faster than ever. We have made so much progress with the ward here it’s the bomb! The members are more excited about missionary work than when I arrived, and they are actually helping instead of watching us work.
I realized something the other day in regards to my mission as a missionary. I was thinking about changes and becoming senior companion so that I can be a district or zone leader in the next few changes so that I can set a good example for my future generations. I realized that maybe that’s not what God has in mind for me, maybe I’m just supposed to be the best missionary I can be and really become a "real Mormon" so that my future generations can be district, zone leaders and assistants to the President. So I decided to not worry about setting the bar high for my kids but giving them a firm foundation to build upon. My testimony is really growing and I feel like I will be a much better example and of more help to my family and friends when I get home. I really understand the importance of marriage and the family, in which before was just a nice idea to me. On that note what’s new with you guys? Still alive and kicking I hope. How’s everybody’s health doing? Is Rob A readjusting better? How are the grand kids doing? Are my brothers and sisters keeping their noses clean? Jimmie, Fu and the kids working like crazy people as usual? What’s new with Semaj, China, and Zion and the San Francisco crew? Are the young guns still living the dream?
The Rocklin 2nd and 6th wards are still the best in the world and that’s the truth! Is Dad still hanging in there? Is James getting ready to move yet or what? Oh yes and if you could clear my junk mail in the oompa email account to keep it updated that would be great!
Hey Ma are you still in contact with those missionary Mom’s deal and if so please stay in contact with Elder Rich’s mom because I want to visit him and his family when I get home because they really seem like good people. It goes without saying Elder Rich really is a great guy.
I love you guys a whole lot and I look forward to hearing from you next week.
Love,Elder Morton
Monday, June 1, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 06.01.09
Subject: 2 bautismos más!
Date: Mon, 1 Jun 2009 16:02:29
Hey yall!
As the title says we baptized two more people and the cool part is that these two families are complete. Now they’re all MORMONS! How cool is that?!
Good to hear you dropped a little weight and your blood pressure went down, good job, keep up the good work! How do you get chicken pox? Man you get to do all the fun stuff, good luck with that! The old folks are falling apart, I feel ya because I am still going bald, so I will be in the same boat as Dad when I get home, how crazy is that?!
Yes, Brother Solomon is awesome; I knew it a long time ago! It's true! No family is perfect no matter how loving or active in the church they may be, but were not here to be perfect or seem perfect, were here to prepare to live with our families for time and all eternity if we follow the commandments and do all in our power to perceiver till the end, then we will have the honor to do so.
Good to hear Jackie’s health is improving. It seems that Vic hasn’t changed much, and the same goes for Jeff. As for the INA business if you REALLY believe you can do it and that its really WORTH the effort you will FIND A WAY to make it happen. Be creative, and work with what you have. You will beat this thing I know it! Don’t worry about what the Young Guns do or don’t do just do your very best and you will reap the rewards soon.
Its a shame about Mike & Sunny moving into a 5th wheel for a year before they can afford to buy a home a home to raise their baby in, but they will overcome this trial. The cool thing is that Sunshine will be able to stay home with the kid and raise him the way they want to raise him.
Are Wally, Jenn, and Claire are crazy as ever? That's too bad they weren't able to stop by for Mother's Day. On a lighter note its super hot here and I’m looking like a balding Peruvian. I really like the jungle even though it’s an entire different world. I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since we were in Utah saying good bye. Man does time fly by when you’re having fun! It hasn’t been easy but it’s been an experience that I will never forget. In regards to the photos basically the computers suck here so I haven’t been able to burn a CD but I found a place that I can burn CDs straight from my disc. So I will send the disc to you guys tomorrow. Sorry about the delay but I did all that I can do to find a place for 2-3 P-days. My comp Elder Choc is helping me a whole lot with my Spanish and adjusting to the life of a good missionary. Who would have thought? Me of all people, a missionary and almost a good one at that. Being a good missionary was never something I thought I was capable of but I have changed a whole lot. I really understand the importance of the family unit, and my fear of people is pretty much gone with my pride out the window. I am so very grateful for the family and friends that put up with me all those years.
Please say hi to the family and friends for me. I love them very much. More than they know. Please keep me updated with everybody and what’s new with them.
Oh yes if you could send razors and that Nutrilite "Cal Mag D" that would be great because the food here doesn’t have much Calcium.
Remember NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE!
Love,
Elder Morton
Date: Mon, 1 Jun 2009 16:02:29
Hey yall!
As the title says we baptized two more people and the cool part is that these two families are complete. Now they’re all MORMONS! How cool is that?!
Good to hear you dropped a little weight and your blood pressure went down, good job, keep up the good work! How do you get chicken pox? Man you get to do all the fun stuff, good luck with that! The old folks are falling apart, I feel ya because I am still going bald, so I will be in the same boat as Dad when I get home, how crazy is that?!
Yes, Brother Solomon is awesome; I knew it a long time ago! It's true! No family is perfect no matter how loving or active in the church they may be, but were not here to be perfect or seem perfect, were here to prepare to live with our families for time and all eternity if we follow the commandments and do all in our power to perceiver till the end, then we will have the honor to do so.
Good to hear Jackie’s health is improving. It seems that Vic hasn’t changed much, and the same goes for Jeff. As for the INA business if you REALLY believe you can do it and that its really WORTH the effort you will FIND A WAY to make it happen. Be creative, and work with what you have. You will beat this thing I know it! Don’t worry about what the Young Guns do or don’t do just do your very best and you will reap the rewards soon.
Its a shame about Mike & Sunny moving into a 5th wheel for a year before they can afford to buy a home a home to raise their baby in, but they will overcome this trial. The cool thing is that Sunshine will be able to stay home with the kid and raise him the way they want to raise him.
Are Wally, Jenn, and Claire are crazy as ever? That's too bad they weren't able to stop by for Mother's Day. On a lighter note its super hot here and I’m looking like a balding Peruvian. I really like the jungle even though it’s an entire different world. I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since we were in Utah saying good bye. Man does time fly by when you’re having fun! It hasn’t been easy but it’s been an experience that I will never forget. In regards to the photos basically the computers suck here so I haven’t been able to burn a CD but I found a place that I can burn CDs straight from my disc. So I will send the disc to you guys tomorrow. Sorry about the delay but I did all that I can do to find a place for 2-3 P-days. My comp Elder Choc is helping me a whole lot with my Spanish and adjusting to the life of a good missionary. Who would have thought? Me of all people, a missionary and almost a good one at that. Being a good missionary was never something I thought I was capable of but I have changed a whole lot. I really understand the importance of the family unit, and my fear of people is pretty much gone with my pride out the window. I am so very grateful for the family and friends that put up with me all those years.
Please say hi to the family and friends for me. I love them very much. More than they know. Please keep me updated with everybody and what’s new with them.
Oh yes if you could send razors and that Nutrilite "Cal Mag D" that would be great because the food here doesn’t have much Calcium.
Remember NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE!
Love,
Elder Morton
Monday, May 25, 2009
Letter from Elder Morton, 05.25.09
Hey yall!
I received a box on Friday when we had interviews with the President. The letter was marked April 25th. It had beef jerky, cereal, protein powder, multi vitamins, protein bars, floss, toothpaste, gel, aftershave, and conditioner.
Wow! Jackie is 2 inches taller, I want that surgery! LOL! It’s good to hear she is getting better and feeling less pain, maybe she won’t have to take so many medications.
So you support the business as a consumer, but your not building it? Come on Mom you guys can do better than that. It may not be easy but if you put your faith in the lord and give it your best he will fill in the rest so that you can accomplish your dreams, look at Wade and Terri Simmons! Mom and Dad they are not superior to you, they just accomplished their dream sooner because they stuck with it longer, but you can always refocus and get on that stage with them and enjoy the blessings associated with putting the lord first and working like nothing is impossible. Keep up the good exercise and eating healthy, you will reap the rewards of that decision soon. Don’t stress about things just plan things out in order of importance and organize your time like Steve Jones talks about so that you can do the things you want to do, not just the things you HAVE to do.
Don’t worry about what anyone else is going to do. They know the deal and if they don’t want to cooperate tell them Uncle Rob said "They have one week to get their act together or the door is open" That goes for all them. They aren’t babies anymore. James is getting his act together, if the rest don’t fall in line there is no excuse. I am really proud of James. I knew he could do it. It’s a shame it took him so long to have the confidence in himself to make it a reality.
It's good to hear Annette stopped by for a visit that was a nice surprise. Good to hear it went relatively well.
Rob A managed a 4.0 that’s really good! That’s something I couldn’t do when I was there, but now I am a completely different person. On that note there is a better way than he took and I will share that with Rob A when I write my letter to you guys.
I plan on returning to Fitness 19, if possible and working my way up to manager as a short term goal. I have a whole lot more to offer as a return missionary than I did before. I can speak Spanish fluently, I no longer have fear with talking to strangers, and I am a lot more organized in my daily habits as well as super motivated. Meanwhile I plan on working the business like Clarke Broome and being active in the church doing whatever I can during the week and enjoying my Sundays in the church and with the family.
Its good to hear things are better for for Mike and Sun. I feel bad for Wally. Is Jenn going to the gym? You two need to get it going!
As the title said I am really finding myself here in the jungle. It has been a tough road here, but my pride has shrunk considerably and at the same time my patience has grown immensely. I now understand what a man really is and has to be. I realize now that before my mission I wasn’t the type of person, (no matter how good or nice I was) that could honestly have had a serious relationship with the type of Mormon girl I was looking for. Return missionaries if they were obedient and worked hard, are a completely different animal than any other guy in the world. I am so very grateful for this opportunity to serve for these two years, its something very special and I thank you Mom and Dad for making it possible. Please say Hi to the Morton’s, the Roes, the Souza’s, the Crombie’s, the Giosso’s, the Minguzzi’s, the Wilson’s, the Mc Keevers, the Watkins, Kelvin, all of the YOUNG GUNS, Rocklin 2nd, Rocklin 6th and Everyone who cares about me because I love them ALL!
Love,
Elder Morton,
I received a box on Friday when we had interviews with the President. The letter was marked April 25th. It had beef jerky, cereal, protein powder, multi vitamins, protein bars, floss, toothpaste, gel, aftershave, and conditioner.
Wow! Jackie is 2 inches taller, I want that surgery! LOL! It’s good to hear she is getting better and feeling less pain, maybe she won’t have to take so many medications.
So you support the business as a consumer, but your not building it? Come on Mom you guys can do better than that. It may not be easy but if you put your faith in the lord and give it your best he will fill in the rest so that you can accomplish your dreams, look at Wade and Terri Simmons! Mom and Dad they are not superior to you, they just accomplished their dream sooner because they stuck with it longer, but you can always refocus and get on that stage with them and enjoy the blessings associated with putting the lord first and working like nothing is impossible. Keep up the good exercise and eating healthy, you will reap the rewards of that decision soon. Don’t stress about things just plan things out in order of importance and organize your time like Steve Jones talks about so that you can do the things you want to do, not just the things you HAVE to do.
Don’t worry about what anyone else is going to do. They know the deal and if they don’t want to cooperate tell them Uncle Rob said "They have one week to get their act together or the door is open" That goes for all them. They aren’t babies anymore. James is getting his act together, if the rest don’t fall in line there is no excuse. I am really proud of James. I knew he could do it. It’s a shame it took him so long to have the confidence in himself to make it a reality.
It's good to hear Annette stopped by for a visit that was a nice surprise. Good to hear it went relatively well.
Rob A managed a 4.0 that’s really good! That’s something I couldn’t do when I was there, but now I am a completely different person. On that note there is a better way than he took and I will share that with Rob A when I write my letter to you guys.
I plan on returning to Fitness 19, if possible and working my way up to manager as a short term goal. I have a whole lot more to offer as a return missionary than I did before. I can speak Spanish fluently, I no longer have fear with talking to strangers, and I am a lot more organized in my daily habits as well as super motivated. Meanwhile I plan on working the business like Clarke Broome and being active in the church doing whatever I can during the week and enjoying my Sundays in the church and with the family.
Its good to hear things are better for for Mike and Sun. I feel bad for Wally. Is Jenn going to the gym? You two need to get it going!
As the title said I am really finding myself here in the jungle. It has been a tough road here, but my pride has shrunk considerably and at the same time my patience has grown immensely. I now understand what a man really is and has to be. I realize now that before my mission I wasn’t the type of person, (no matter how good or nice I was) that could honestly have had a serious relationship with the type of Mormon girl I was looking for. Return missionaries if they were obedient and worked hard, are a completely different animal than any other guy in the world. I am so very grateful for this opportunity to serve for these two years, its something very special and I thank you Mom and Dad for making it possible. Please say Hi to the Morton’s, the Roes, the Souza’s, the Crombie’s, the Giosso’s, the Minguzzi’s, the Wilson’s, the Mc Keevers, the Watkins, Kelvin, all of the YOUNG GUNS, Rocklin 2nd, Rocklin 6th and Everyone who cares about me because I love them ALL!
Love,
Elder Morton,
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