I sent my companion off at the airport at 4 a.m. this morining, (I cant see straight right now) and I will be picking up a fresh out of the box missionary from the MTC in a few hours.
I was called to train new missionaries this transfer. AND I was called to be a District Leader too.
I guess President wants me to work as hard as I can towards the end of my mission. I wanted to go through my mission without being in leadership, just being a Senior Companion my whole mission. But President wanted me to accept the 2 callings, so I did. It should be an interesting.
I bought a scale at Target for my companion before he left yesterday. He had to make sure his bags weighed enough so he could get on the plane. He doesn’t have any money, and his life has been really insane. And the problems he is will be going through when he gets home will be intense. So I bought it for him, because he was really freaking out about having over weighted luggage.
But, hey, now I have a new scale to motivate me to lose weight yeah?
So at 2 today, I will know my new companion. The usual routine is, I go to the mission office with all of the other trainers of the mission, and president just assigns us right then and there.
He has an interview with the greenies before we get there, so right now I have no idea who it is going to be. But this just floods back memories of Elder Granados, (Larry hahah).
I hope I can have such an impact on my new missionary’s life, and mine did for me. So please, pray for me . Â Not to mention being accountable for other missionaries being a District Leader. I guess you could say I am freaking out about this. Cause I am. haha. Very nervous. We will see how things go.
Well, I’ve got to get back and clean the apartment before I have to pick up my new missionary. I love you all.
Please be praying for me. I have to give the Trainings in Spanish. I have to teach about different things in my district meetings. IN SPANISH.  ahh.
When did I grow up?
haha. Love ya
Elder Hodson
Did I ever tell you that Brant flunked Spanish in High School?  And that all during High School I told him that he would NEED that Spanish when he went on his mission? lol!
Oh, how I love this kid. And how I love the power of the Gospel. My testimony is strong. I believe in the power of prayer.  And we’ll be praying for this most amazing missionary of ours.
Oh Tammy! How proud you must be!!! I think about Brant all the time and wonder how he is doing!! He is such a special, beautiful person and he will be just wonderful as district leader!! So glad you heard from him and he is doing well!! He is such a sweetheart, you can read it in his words! You are a wonderful mom Tammy. You inspire me!
Love to all,
Amy
Hi Tammy! Isn’t it fun to see your son turning into a man? I know that’s how I feel when I read Steven’s letters. Steven has had similar experiences and I love to read about other LPeak young men who are out serving w/ him. Thanks for sharing. Give McCall a hug for us. So glad she’s having success at UVU. Our children are living parallel lives right now. Hope all is well with Parker. You inspire me also! Have a great day! shari
I can see teachings from Parker and a very wise mom (okay and dad) all through this letter.
He accepted the task of two callings, even though he didn’t want too (taking what comes his way – Parker)
He went out and bought a scale, which I’m sure he really didn’t need, for someone else (both Parker and mom give back without really knowing it)
He knows the routine and just does it. (that would be MOM!)
Accepts his companion without question (Parker and mom dealing head on again)
And keeps a clean apartment for his companion (mom for Parker)
Teaching in Spanish (Parker teaching us in his own way)
Well done mom!
you should be so proud….
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Thank you for sharing Brant’s letter. It was wonderful. I know how a letter from your eldest who is miles away can make your heart sing. In fact, I feel a little song coming on right now.
Hi,
I found your website through twitter about your diaper giveaway. I can’t wait to find more time to read your blog. I think we have a few things in common. I was just baptized last month. But my husband and 20 year old step son have been members for years. My step son is decided to join the airforce instead of going on a mission. Then while in basic training started working with the missionaries on base with the new recruits. I love getting letters from him. Our son was born at 23 weeks and spent 4 months in the hospital. He came home with an ostomy and on a feeding pump. Thanks for blogging.
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