(7-12-11)
What thoughts were going through your mind during the flight to Arizona?
"This is crazy", "It'll be so hot", "Do I look good?" -(haha... I know, I know) "So many pools that I won't be going in, sweet!" ;) "Hope my trainer isn't psycho" I just wanted to be doing it. Sick of so many unknowns.
What was your first impression of your mission president? Be honest.
He's shorter than I expected! But he was really nice, I felt liked and not judged like I was scared of.
What is your first mission field companion like? Again, be honest...
She's crazy like me! And really good at serving people - I typically don't even notice them & she's serving them suddenly. We get along great.
What rule do you think will be hardest to keep in your mission?
Hmm... just small ones like lights out at 10:30, not 10:34. Being EXACTLY obedient to these things is harder than it sounds.
Does your mission have any weird traditions that you've discovered so far?
Not really weird. When the couple missionaries feed us we always sing to them afterwards. Every Christmas the whole mission does a session together. (Not that I've done that yet...)
Do you think you'll be able to handle the heat (of course, you don't really have a choice) Are there any tricks you've learned from the other missionaries to keep cool?
No tricks, & it's more bearable than I expected. I mean, it's hot, but it's okay. I'm already used to it. (105 feels nice now. Haha) I'm in a car now too, so I'm really lucky. Bikes are way worse.
If Arizona were infested with one thing (animal/bug) what would you say it is?
Lizards - the most. They are everywhere. Where I am, quails too. Oh! And bunnies. Quail babies are like the size of my thumb & so cute b/c of their smallness. Scorpions. 2 weeks on the mish, & I've already found 2 in my apt (That's a little unusual though. My companion has seen 6 her whole mission! She leaves in Sept.)
What is most striking about Arizona's landscape?
It's brown. Haha, the classic desert look is kinda cool. You would love it! The cacti look cool in the sunset. :)
What eating establishment doesn't exist in Arizona that makes you sad?
Ok, we haven't really gone out. They've got all the normal stuff here. We're going to "Bahama Bucks" soon, they do a combo ice cream/snow cone. It's apparently to die for. I'll let you know.
[Mary then drew an illustration with labels of what this ice cream/snow cone looks like]
Do you have to wear pantyhose after all?
NO! HAHAHA! WOOO! Nope, not at all. It's too hot. :)
Quickly sum up your daily schedule.
Up @ 6:30, jog, @ 7:00-8:00 shower, dressed. 8-9: Personal study, 9-10 comp study. 10-12: appts. 12-12:30 lunch, 12:30-2:15 proselyting, 2:15-9 VC, 9-9:30 plan for tomorrow. (Different tho is VC in the morning)
When can you write or email - and how much time is allowed for that? Are you allowed to view blogs or Facebook?
Only email page. only p-day. only one hour. & I gotta email mish pres. (varies Monday or Tuesday b/c of VC schedule)
Who are your most faithful writers? (Besides me of course)
AMBER! You are my number one. Then Mom (mostly with letters), Amanda next (with email).
Who surprised you most by sending you mail?
My old roommate, Liz.
Is there anything you need? Or would like to have now that you're out in the field?
nope - Walmart here. Wish I brought all my old skirts though. Luckily, there's a Kohl's in my area.
What was your first meal out in the field? or what was your first meal at a member's home?
In the field - senior missionaries made chickenpot pie, salad, homemade bread. SO GOOD! In member's home - sub sandwiches w/ fruit & chips on the side.
Your worst experience so far? Your best experience so far?
talking with a less-active, he seemed a bit anti - it was irritating, frustrating, & just sad. Best: Just talking abt the gospel w/ people that are interested. There's been a few of those and it's just awesome!
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