MICHAEL'S IN MISSISSIPPI

Michael called this morning at 5:30 am. He was in the airport waiting for his 7:30 am flight out with 13 other missionaries. We were able to talk for 8 minutes. He said that it felt strange to be out in the "real" world and that everything went well at the airport. He had to put some of his stuff in another missionaries bag to be under 50 pounds. He sounded like he is doing REALLY well and was excited to get to Mississippi. He said that they would start teaching when they arrived. He told us that he visited with Austin Smith (an old friend of his that moved when they were younger) while in the MTC. He mentioned that he went to the Provo temple twice and really enjoyed it. He said he would get us his e-mail and address as soon as he can. We said our "love you's" and our "goodbyes" for now.

Taking Michael to the MTC in Provo, Utah

We left for Utah on Tuesday the 5th of January. We stayed at Michelle's house that night. The next day Michael didn't feel very well. He tried to eat lunch, but it didn't last in his stomach very long - Michelle made accompany sounds (what a duet). We went to the Provo temple and took some pictures. Then it was time to drop him off at the curb. We drove up, they take out his luggage, we hugged him, got one picture and off he went.

THANKS FOR ALL YOUR PRAYERS!

Michael becomes a FULL TIME MISSIONARY

At 8:30pm on Jan. 4, 2010 Michael was set apart as a full time missionary. President Hepworth, with Mitch and Steven standing in, set Michael apart. The blessing included: Michael's ability to reach out to others, his strength, leadership and compassion. He blessed him to be safe and recognize the spirit.
Michael will be a great missionary!