Thursday, March 28, 1985

Dear Shanell,

You would not believe the Spirit already up here! It is so neat to walk around and say "Hi Elder" and have them smile and return the greeting. Yesterday was just an orientation and we had one class. Our mission president here is so neat. He reminds me of your bishop. He always has a super great spirit about him. I can already tell you one thing! By the time I leave this MTC, I will no longer be the spiritually immature boy that you knew before. Nobody could be here for 3 weeks and not have it change their life, countenance, spirit and everything else. We get to go to the Provo Temple on p-days (Thursdays). I'm so excited! Elder James is my companion and I love him and think the world of him. He is super! You are in my prayers. I look forward to hearing from you.

Love,
Elder Wallentine