Second Week in the MTC

We got our second letter from Ryan and of course he didn't answer one of the questions I asked in my last letter to him. Maybe next week!?!

Hey Fam!

Thanks for all the letters, it was great to here from you all. I'm just doing some laundry now which is always a hassle (Basically way too many missionaries fighting over way too few washing machines) Me, Elder Hayes, and Elder Christenson sat next to 5 machines that were done for 25 minutes before the elders came to get their clothes! I had to really try hard to exercise the Christ-like attribute of patience/love because I wanted to punch the elder in the face. Other than laundry things are going pretty well.
On P-days we don't have much to do, and any time you get a bunch of guys in a dorm type setting some really stupid stuff happens. Oh well, at least were creating memories. Some of these activities include turning our elastic exercise bands into slingshots, mattress surfing, and trash can basketball. I don't want to make it sound like were not working hard, but you go crazy in here after a while.
On a more spiritual note, today I am happy to say that we will be able to go to the temple! Our whole district is going as a group and we are all really excited. I've learned so much in the short amount of time I've been here and look forward to learning more. As each day goes by I feel more and more in tune with the spirit, especially as I am exactly obedient. Its amazing how you can wake up at 6:40 and be wasted all day, but when you wake up at 6:30 like your supposed to, you have all the energy you need.
Learning and teaching by the spirit is something that I am learning. Sometimes I get worked up about what to say to "investigators" but when I just trust in the spirit to guide me, everything works out. I am beginning to really love missionary work and know that if I give myself completely to the Lord, he will shape me into the tool he needs, and then use me appropriately.
This is such an important work and am honored to be a part of it. The Lord has offered us so much and it's important that people know that. I feel similar to Lehi when he partook of the fruit. It is delicious to me and I want to share it with everyone.


Love, Elder Tilley