Tahiti - Week 1

TAHITI!

Last week, the last thing we heard from Mickey was her crying. She was scared and nervous to leave a place of familiarity and family, but excited to go to Tahiti to love the people and teach them about Jesus Christ.

SHE ARRIVED.

^^This was Sœur Wright's first day in Tahiti. So cute! I love it!

Since we hadn't been able to talk to her all week. (TORTURE - just so you know!!) we were anxious.

Brad and I knew being in Tahiti would be an adjustment for Mickey and we had our ideas of what would be big changes, but we needed to hear from the source (Mickey!) how she was doing.

 When "P" Day FINALLY arrived - my patience turned into agony as

I waited 
...and waited 
...and waited 

to hear from Mickey. With the 4 hour time difference - it seemed like the hours doubled and tripled as we had to patiently wait for her to make contact. She eventually did and it was like music to my ears until I heard this:  

"MISSIONS ARE HARD"

"That's all I have to say."

It has been a hard week for Mickey (and us) -

^^If this makes you want to grab a tissue, you're not alone!

 We continually prayed for her as we knew she would have to make the necessary adjustments from the MTC to being a real life missionary in Tahiti.
...a life we knew would be so different than what she has EVER seen.

"Seriously, it's hard.
Missions are not for the faint hearted."
The adjustment has been hard.

Before I go into what life has been like for her - let me tell you a little bit about the area she is in.
Sœur Wright has been assigned to a little "commune" on the northern coast of Tahiti named Mahina (about 25 miles from Papeete).  It's only about 9 meters above sea level and its' area is roughly 20 square miles. Mahina is the third largest city in French Polynesia with a population of just over 14,300 people and even more dogs.

"Oh yeah, and I can wait to have a dog that isn't trying to kill me. 
There are SOOOOO many dogs here. Like everywhere." 

When I asked Sœur Wright about the area, she said:
 "It's a little area. Like 2 streets.
I am currently serving in the ghetto.
Literally, culture shock is real. I'm not even kidding. Culture SHOCK.
They are sooooo poor here. Most people don't even have running water. It's so gross. No one uses soap to wash their hands. Not even in the church. You never find napkins. Also, most people don't have toilet paper. Lizards are everywhere."

Mickey lives in a humble little house with 5 other sisters. Luckily, they have two bathrooms!
(Can you imagine 6 girls sharing one bathroom?!)

"NO TOILET SEAT, JESS.
 NONE. NOT EVEN ONE. 
I might cry every time I sit on it.
 ...and most people don't even wipe.
"I've had diarrhea all week.
ALL WEEK."

"My bed is not comfy - worse than the MTC
...but it's super poor here, so I'm just grateful to have a bed."

"I guess it's a fairly nice house, but I really don't think it is."

"We get fed every night and sometimes for lunch too."
Mickey hasn't had to cook yet. "We eat a lot of leftovers, which I'm not a fan of.
I miss home food more than ANYTHING. No joke."

The supermarkets are like "Lins" but the meat is hanging raw and the eggs aren't refrigerated. All the breads are out for anyone to touch.
"It is a bit of culture shock."

^^Poisson Cru - raw fish served in coconut milk. 
Mickey said it pretty much tasted like a REALLY chewy salad. Sœur Teahu has Steak Fritte.
They eat a LOT of fruit. Below is Ranbouton. It's a goopy, sweet. It's good.

Sœur Teahu is Mickey's first companion and is a native Tahitian. She has been out for 10 months and  speaks English only because her companions have taught it to her on her mission. Mickey says she probably speaks the same amount of English as she does French and it works.

When I asked Mickey how she liked Sœur Teahu she said,
"She's wonderful! Change for me is really difficult, however, she's been very welcoming and comforting. Every morning when I cry, she tries to comfort me and tells me that I can do it!"

Mickey said she really doesn't know any of the other sisters living in their house (yet) but they all seem nice. The sisters she shares a home with are:
>>Sœur. Garbutt (new and from Tahiti)
>>Sœur. Mendenhall (from St. George, Utah!)
>>Sœur. Kenney (from New Zealand)
>>Sœur. Barton (from Colorado)
We don't have a picture of them all yet, but hopefully next week.
They all get along so far and even cleaned together. Mickey said it was good and they are all nice to each other - but it's only been a week. One sister is pretty messy, but other than that, they are all good.

On a more positive note:
I asked Sœur Wright to tell me what she has enjoyed. This was her response:
"Jess, I know I am serving in paradise, and it is pretty, but it is SO hard!
There is a new girl in our house. I really love her, but she doesn't speak any English.
I have enjoyed how happy the people are here and the food is good. They have so much flavor.
I can't stress enough how hard of a change it is. However, I did invite someone to be baptized this week, and she said yes, so that was cool.  I guess this is a really high baptizing area because everyone is so poor.  I really do love it here. It is great, but every morning, I wake up questioning EVERYTHING, but it's not worth going home. I'm trying."

Mickey's day consists of a LOT of study time which she was surprised by. She does at least 4 hours of study, teaches about 5 lessons every day and walks a LOT. She has a biking mission, but she hasn't gotten her bike yet. She did borrow a bike from someone, but it got a flat tire the first time she rode it. She also said, "You don't know how hard it is until you ride a bike in a SKIRT." haha! I'll bet! On a good note: They have 3 investigators getting baptized on Tuesday (TODAY!). I'm excited about this for her and I'm hoping it will bring perspective and remind her that though she is experiencing hardships, she is helping to be a tool for others to experience the joy the gospel brings. To me, it's irony. Jesus Christ suffered so that he could not only know what each of us goes through, but so he could give us the opportunity to return to our Heavenly Father's presence. She is smack dab in the middle of that. Going through hard times as He did but also she's the tool to help so many others come unto Him. What a gift she will be to the people of Tahiti. What a blessing this is for her life as she gains wisdom and knowledge. At times, it's hard to see when we are right in the middle of it all, but I know she will get through the hard stuff like she did in the MTC and each day and week will get easier and before she knows it, she will be sad to leave this culture and people that will no doubt grow on her.  We are so blessed in this gospel (and to live in the Promised Land!).  
I can't help but wonder if we take time to realize that often enough? 

Sunday, Mickey was able to go to a "mission concert" (which is a devotional where the missionaries get to perform for the members.)  She was able to see all the people from her MTC district and see how they were doing. They all sang songs as a mission. She said all she got from it was that Jesus gave his WHOLE life for her. The least she could do was give a few months of hers. ♥ She said she was grateful to be there, but it is FAR from easy. She decided that the hardest part is not knowing French. She just wants to know it so she can share the gospel effectively. That being said, she knows it will come. Everyone tells her she is doing a great job and that it will come a little at a time.

I reminded Mickey that she was very intelligent and to trust in that gift as well as the gift of tongues (which she has also been blessed with!) I also reminded her that she is a hard worker and doesn't give up easily, to which she replied, "If I gave up easily, you'd best believe I'd be home already. Guaranteed."  ...thank goodness Mickey's not a quiter! (That's for sure a Wright gene!)

Sœur Wright came into the mission during the middle of a transfer period so transfers will happen in 3 weeks. She's hoping not to get transferred.

I will end with my most favorite thing Mickey said - it's testimony if you ask me. ♥  I asked her to tell me of a time when she felt the Spirit the most in the past week.  She answered: "Last night (this would have actually been Sunday). Singing in French.  I am so glad to be here. I am doing the Lord's work!! I am WORTHY and I am willing (most of the time!) It is an honor to be here! 

^^my FAVORITE picture this week! I love that smiling face! ♥

Brad and I are proud of Mickey. Sure, she has some frustrations - but wouldn't we if we were put in her same circumstances? She is trying to have a positive outlook and one day she'll be able to look back on these thoughts and know that they are what helped her develop a stronger testimony and a deeper love for our Savior, Jesus Christ.  Please continue to pray for Sœur Wright!

Je T'aime,
Aunt Jess♥

By the way, In case you are wondering: Mickey didn't have time to write a group letter so she asked me to. I didn't want to "pretend" to be her so I took most all of our conversations and put it into this format.

^^ Sœur Wright's first day in Tahiti.

^^Mosquitos love "Popaa" (white people)

Tahiti Bound!

Monday, May 22, 2017

WOW!

What a day full of closed chapters, goodbyes and new starts....not to mention many emotions!

Sister Wright's day started out bright and early at 3 am as Sister Hosea woke her to say goodbye -she left for the New York, New York Mission. Of course, Mickey went back to sleep after, but woke up a short while later for her own goodbye to the MTC. Sœur Wright was at the travel office bright and early and on the Frontrunner train heading for the SLC Airport by 6:30 am. Last week, we sent Mickey a phone so she could keep in touch with us (which in case you are wondering WAS allowed.) So, at 7 am, I received a call from Mickey telling us to head to the airport. Fortunately, we found out the MTC is pretty lenient with the amount of luggage a missionary takes to the MTC, but when they head out to the mission field, too much luggage is discouraged - especially when going on International flights! Mickey had one whole extra luggage bag (stuffed to almost bulging!) that was not going to Tahiti with her, so we were able to meet her at the airport to pick it up. Of course, we weren't going to turn down the opportunity to see our beloved Seour Wright so we made the journey to SLC!

What a joyous reunion as our family was able to embrace Mickey one final time before she was to head to Tahiti as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints!  I can't even express in words what it felt like to see her again. ♥ So much love. ♥ So much joy and excitement - like a little child on Christmas morning. Mostly, gratitude as I watched her hug each of our family members and reflected on the impact she has had on each one of us.  Next, I immediately noticed the change in her countenance as the scriptures promise.  She was glowing and filled with the Spirit. She had matured and was a beautiful sight.

           ^^The Sister Missionaries went crazy over Kai'son...they're all baby hungry! oh dear!^^              

                       

Without hesitation, Sœur Robinson waved to us from a distance.  I loved that without even previously meeting, we knew each other. She is so sweet and immediately called out, "Hi Jess." She knew all our names and hugged us girls and shook the guys' hands.  It was a sweet sound to my ears as we have been getting to know each other a bit from letters back and forth. What a fun, sweet young women! It was evident why she and Mickey have become such good friends! I'm grateful to her for her generosity and friendship to Mickey! ♥

Second by second, we were able to meet each of the Elders and Sisters in Sœur Wright's district. Eight in total. Each one with their own personality and kindness. It was an honor to shake their hands and be able to meet them personally after hearing so much about who they were and how they've helped or influenced Mickey's life over the past 9 weeks.

Fun surprise!  As if our day wasn't already perfect enough, as we were gathered in a semi-circle near the check in desk, with Mickey's whole district, a man and his wife with bright beaming smiles came up to us and said, "Where are these missionaries headed?" Of course, everyone joyfully replied, "Tahiti!!"  He introduced himself as Brother Stephen Owen.  Are you kidding me??!!  The General Young Men's President??!! Amazing! He and his wife were heading off on an assignment and were just getting ready to check in for their flight. The paparazzi in me couldn't help but ask for a picture! What a treat! As he was walking away - Mickey had asked to shake Brother Owen's hand but he didn't hear her - I wanted to shake his hand too (what an honor!) so of course, I ran after him and his wife and asked if they would allow us to shake their hands. haha. He was gracious without hesitation to our request! What a nice, nice man and an honor to have gotten the chance to meet him!

                                                ^^Brother Owen is the one to the far left!!^^

Long story shorter - we were escorted by a nice worker of the airport to a "gathering area" of the airport so we could visit.  haha - she even called us "Sisters and Elders".  Do you think they see a few missionaries? haha.  We did as asked and quickly moved.

Our visit time at the airport with Mickey was for a good hour and a half and she even serenaded us with the Hymn "Called to Serve" in French! What a treat! ♥ But, alas, a goodbye was inevitable. We watched her walk off with her district. Just like at the MTC, we didn't want to say goodbye - but at the same time, it was by choice and obedience that we did. I can't even count how many "I love you's" were said today. However, this would not be the end of our correspondence for the day. I looked back on my phone at the end of the day, and we received 17 phone calls from Mickey and 127 text messages throughout the day as she traveled. I think that's a good amount of love! ♥

The "Tahiti district" flew from SLC to LAX and onto Tahiti. They had a 4 hour layover in LA but got lost so it took the group quite awhile to find where they were supposed to go and then once they got to the International security check point, they had to wait more (anyone who's been there knows it's a forever long line!).  I have to say Mickey did really good throughout the day, but once she got to the gate in LA, she sent me a text that said, "It's starting to feel real. I can do hard things.".  About two seconds later she called and through tears she mustered out a "Jess.".  Of course, I knew why she was crying. Her world was about to turn upside down as she was trying to courageously leave EVERYTHING she knew for an unfamiliar territory. ♥ My heart sank for her, but I had to be brave to help her through this hard moment. "You will do amazing!! Keep your chin up and give it your all, I LOVE YOU!!!  ...besides that, guess what?! You are going to one of the most beautiful places in the world!" I said as encouragement.  I also validated her in being nervous - lets face it, she had the right to be scared! However, I quickly changed the focus and reminded her what she could look forward to once she arrived.  I feel blessed to have visited the South Pacific - because my nerves where calmed in knowing a little bit of what she had waiting for her. The land is beautiful. The people are gracious. I knew she would be in good hands.  ...the tears lasted the duration of the conversation until she was called to board the plane. I wanted so badly to wrap her in my arms and allow her to cry on my shoulders as I've done so many times in the past but I couldn't, so I did the one thing I could: I prayed for her! ...and then I let out a few tears of my own. I felt peace that she really would be okay.  For that, I was entirely grateful. ...now I just had to wait until I could hear from her again. ♥

The "Tahiti district" was scheduled to land about 1:30 am our time. I waited up for her like I have done a hundred times. I didn't know if I would get a text, call or email when she arrived.  I kept track of her flight status and at 1:22 I knew she had landed. She was safe. Phew! ...now it was making sure she found her mission parents and that she got to the mission home safely.  ...2 am. Nothing. 2:30 am. Nothing still.  I figured she was probably busy getting settled, so I turned my phone to it's loudest setting and went to bed. Morning came. Still nothing. Really?  I was pacing the floor now. My heart knew she was safe. It really did, but my head needed to hear confirmation that she was with the Mission President. By 6 pm our time, I couldn't take it any longer.  I sent a message to the mission home. A couple hours later (by this time, I had nearly worn out my hardwood floors!) I FINALLY received a response. Yes! Sœur Wright was there. Yes, she was okay. Phew!  That's all I needed to hear and then I was relaxed. As I was writing this, Mickey's "Mission Mom", Sœur Bize sent me a message letting me know Mickey was "doing well" along with a few pictures.

^^Sœur Wright made it to Tahiti!^^

^^Awe, love this girl to pieces!! Miss her already.^^

^^Safely gathered at the Papeete Tahiti Airport^^
(She got her lei!! ...and a juice box! haha) 

       ^^Mickey with her new companion and mission parents (aka: mission president and his wife)^^

She looks so happy! What a sweet tender mercy this was for me. I can now rest well tonight!  I know Mickey will be fine from here on out. That's not to say she won't go through learning curves or hard times. She most definitely will - but her courage, faith and strength will get her through as they always have. When she comes out of this mission of hers, she will have grown so much. I am SO excited to watch her grow. In the process, she will touch MANY souls. Mine included. She already has.  She is a choice spirit no doubt! Mickey sent me the following texts from the airplane just as she was taking off to Tahiti: "Thank you for everything. I love you. Really. U don't know how much you love someone until they are gone." ♥ ...my last conversation with her. Those were the sweetest words to my soul and I completely agree with her.  I can't wait to hear from her again. Sœur Bize also told me Mickey's new "P" days will be on Mondays...if you are like me, it will become your favorite day of the week! ...until then - continue in prayers for our sweet missionary!

Hugs,
Aunt Jess ♥

Mickey's First Full Day in Tahiti - a real, live missionary now!!

               ^^ Tuahine Wright's new mission companion!!^^

               (We don't know her name yet.)

                                         ^^The MTC district with their new companions!^^

                                                        ^^Lunch at the Mission home^^

**NOTE: As soon as I can confirm Mickey's new mailing address, I will post it.... I think this goes without saying, but just in case - dearelder will no longer deliver daily mail to Mickey but you can continue to email her. ♥

Final Letter from the MTC! Week 9

We've done it!!! 

We've gotten through the MTC!

Sister Wright flies to Tahiti Monday!

I can't believe it's week 9 - the time has gone by so much faster than I thought it would. I was a bit emotional yesterday, as it hit me that I would be sending my last "dearelder" letter. Honestly, I had mixed feelings about it. From here on out, we will no longer be able to have the luxury of sending Mickey "same day" or "next day" letters and packages. Our mail will now take anywhere from one to three weeks to receive. If we email that she'll only be able to open once a week. I'm sure this will be an adjustment, not just for Sister Wright, but some of us as well ...okay, me!

Seour Wright is SO excited to be going to Tahiti! She has expressed that to us SO much. However, I think that even amidst the excitement, she is feeling nervous. In this week's letter, she expressed to us the things she loves about the MTC:

-safety net                    -personal stud

-I don't cook                 -"P" days

-constant spirit             -getting mail

-devotionals                 -all the ♥ 

-S. Robinson                -many languages

-S. Hosea                      -many cultures

-my teachers                 -sleepovers (every night) 

-BYU Creamery           -exercise time

-So many people          -all the snacks

-learning French           -learning

-learning Tahitian         -growing testimony

                                       ^^Sister Wright and Elder Lewis 

                (another missionary from our ward that is also in the MTC)             

She also said that she was feeling home sick and told us of the "sounds" she missed from home. This most likely stems from getting to talk to us on Mother's Day (which was amazing, by the way!) as well as getting ready to leave the United States - home.  Here's the list of things she misses from home:

-ping pong                      -Abbie
-giggles                          -Baby Kai 
-you tube                        -the van door "beeps"
-GMM                            -fridge "beeps"
-doorbell                        -music and movies playing
-food                               -hugs
-her shower                     -having a cup to call her own
-laying on the couch       -carpeted stairs
-the view                         -and YOU.

Today, Mickey expressed being nervous. When I asked her what she was nervous about, she said, "To embark on a journey to Tahiti. I'm nervous that I don't know the language and it is something completely new."

I can only imagine how daunting it is to think about the new life she has in front of her. To leave EVERYTHING she knows to go forth to a new land, culture, people, language, food, etc. To preach the gospel and share her testimony at 20 years old can be a bit intimidating. It's a BIG deal!  As I've reflected on the past nine weeks and go back to Mickey's first few days in the MTC, I see so much courage, faith and strength. I'm proud of what she has accomplished and know that those qualities that got her through the MTC are exactly the same qualities that will get her through the next couple of days as she fights through the nerves of going into a new and unfamiliar life. 

That being said, today I asked Mickey what she was excited about for Tahiti. She said, "Literally everything." (which, ironically, are some of the same things she's nervous about.) "Food, culture, speaking Tahitian, speaking French, new place, new people, away from the MTC, new country, literally, all of it is exciting." 

She will do a wonderful job as a missionary in Tahiti. She has the faith and willingness it takes to be a missionary. She has the work ethic to be disciplined and dedicated. She has the faith, heart and love to embrace the Tahitians so they can feel the Spirit testify. When hard times arise and they surely will, she will give her all and the Lord will bless her for her efforts. I look forward to the next year and a half and she and I both know she is "as prepared and as ready as [she] will ever be."

Read on for this weeks' final letter from the MTC:

IAORANA!! - E oaoa vau i te TAHITI!

Je vais à TAHITI. 

We had the pleasure of hearing from Joy D. Jones in our Tuesday Devotional! She shared with us the importance of enjoying the now! (or maybe she didn't but that is what I got out of it) There will always be something to worry about, so worry about what is going on right now. D&C 84: 84-85 "therefore, let tomorrow take thought for the things of itself. Neither take ye thought beforehand what ye shall say; but treasure up in your minds continually the words of life, and it shall be given you in the very hour that portion that shall be meted unto every man."

During Infield Orientation we compared missionary work to a $100 bill. Put it this way: Pretend you're walking around offering everyone a $100 bill. You offered, some accept, some decline. They have that choice (At least you offered it). Now, if you're thinking logically, then you'd say that Everyone could use a $100..I agree.  Now compare that $100 to the message of the Gospel. The Gospel is of grand valuer and everyone could use it, but just because we offer, doesn't mean people are going to accept it. Everyone has their agency to choose, the important thing is that we offer! -I don't ever want someone to feel like they "weren't invited." 

Funny Story time! When you're learning a new language,  it is evident that you're going to say something ridiculous, probably sooner rather than later. In my case, I will be doing it twice as much in the same time frame! HA. (Laugh it up, fuzzball) 

In Tahitian, Tanae means Man and Satane means Satan. Now, I know you think I'm ridiculous because they don't even look kind of similar, but in Tahitian all "S" are pronounced as a "T." Yeaaaaaah.. So my investigator was explaining something she didn't like about her husband, and I said "WAIT! You don't want to live with your family because they worship Satan?" And she about DIED. She laughed so hard... and the best part is that I still didn't have any clue as to what was going on until after the lesson. Tahitian is cool.. 

Oh Yeah, I also tried asking my teacher if she likes Rock Climbing in French, and accidentally asked if she was a Mountain, and of course she looked at me with a straight face and said "Oui. Je suis une Montagne." (I am a mountain..) - They won't let me live that one down. 

I literally pray in 3 languages all at once. Talk about mentally challenged. Hopefully God can decipher the codes I'm sending him.  

I will be Flying to the Islands on Monday! -I know. I know. You're all dying to see the Blue water, and palm trees. So am I. 

Maururu! - Thank you!

Abientôt! - I'll see you soon!

Ua Here au ia oe! - I love you!

Keep smiling!

♥/Tuahine Wright

Letter - Week 8

It's Mother's Day!!  I waited until today to post Sister Wright's letter because I knew if she had access to her cell phone today she would send "Happy Mother's Day" greetings to all who have meant even a little to her. She has such an appreciative heart and I know she is thinking of so many of you today. So, on behalf of Seour Wright:

  ♥♥ HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!♥♥

In this weeks' letter home, Seour Wright talked a lot about her personal studies. She is focusing on reading the Book of Mormon (in English) daily.  She testified of the truthfulness within it's pages. She loves looking at her "old" scriptures and the notes and markings she's made in the past and comparing it to the new markings in her "mission' scriptures. She has grown so much in her testimony and said she has more understanding now and feels more intrigued.  "The light bulbs turned on" for some of the stories she's heard. She believes "God really does take care of his missionaries." 

Seour Wright bore testimony of the power of prayer and that she "knows God speaks to us and God is our friend."  Her testimony has strengthened and said that "we must act on faith". She also said she loves testimony meetings and challenged us to bare our testimonies in FHE. She knows Heavenly Father is shaping us into what he knows we can become and said as long as we reach for Christ, he won't let us down. 

Changing subjects, Mickey said:

"Eat ice cream, because I really love ice cream and I don't get to enjoy it right now, so I want you to."

Someone told her:

"You're the most gracious cryer."  - her teacher T. Cook

"If someone doesn't love you, just sing for them. - an elder from the MTC

"If you ever forget Tahitian or French, just sing." - a Polynesian Elder

Seour Wright said that since she received her travel plans, going to Tahiti feels more real now. She is excited to go. "Tahiti is the place for me! I love hearing about Tahiti and all the awesome things they do there! I can't wait to go. I want to be more chill! - not so busy-bee all the time..."

I will finish with Soeur Wright's testimony: "Being a missionary is hard, I won't lie. It takes dedication to be here. I wouldn't say that I have learned a lot, but I would say that I've learned a bit about motivation and dedication. It would be so easy to give up - but that is not why I came. I chose to go on a mission because I love my Father in Heaven, and I love people. I know God loves me, and because he loves me, I know he loves the rest of his children and I want everyone to know that. I do know this gospel is the truest. I love my Savior and I know he loves me. I will go and I'll do the things the Lord commands. I'll go where you want me to go."

Read on for Seour Wright's email:

Ioarana! Ho'a i te utuafare! ♥

Yep... I'm still at the MTC. 

Elder Weatherford T Clayton of the 70 spoke at our Tuesday Devotional. - Tuahine Robinson and I have made pretty good friends with one of the Ushers so he escorted us to sit on the FRONT ROW... did you know they reserve those seats? (we felt special) He talked a lot about sincere desire and if we are acting on our faith. All I could think about was how cool it is to be a missionary! I still look at missionaries and point them out before remembering that I am actually a missionary, also. I do have a desire to be here. I have a desire to serve people, and I have a desire to share the Gospel with literally everyone. I don't ever want someone to think they aren't loved, and that there is no hope!! "The Savior can make meager means turn into abundance." If we are willing to give the Lord all we have, by his GRACE we are saved, and even made MORE! ♥

We received our Flight plans! I will be flying from SLC to LA, then to TAHITI. (I could not be more excited) It wasn't until this week that I actually started feeling ready to leave. I enjoy the safety net I have here in the MTC, and the thought of leaving is still a little intimidating, however, I am the most ready I can be. I cannot wait to actually fulfill my assignment. ♥

-On that note, I am pretty sure everyone in our District is ready to be out of here.. 8 weeks is a little long. We lose focus...let me rephrase that: We don't have any focus.. We are just ready to be outside. 

Learning two languages is getting confusing. -they are nothing alike! I speak a jumbled mess of words now. (nothing is grammatically correct! -Not even in English) - I apologize. 

Te Farereiraa- Te reo Tahiti ♥

O Tuahine Wright to'u i'oa. No Utaha mai  au. E mea au na'u himene i te oaoa. Ua ite au e O Iesu Mesia to tatou Faaora! No te mea ua pohe te Faaora i ni'a i tesatauro e nehenehe ia tatou ia faaore i te hara! Na roto i te Faanahoraa a te Atua e nehenehe ia tatou ia ho'i i te Atua! ♥

(Intro in Tahitian -

I am Sister Wright, I am from Utah. I like to sing and be happy. I know Jesus Christ is our Savior! Because he died we can be forgiven. Through the atonement we can return to live with God!! ♥)

Ua Here au ia oe! ♥

Keep smiling!

♥/Tuahine Wright