I thought I had better start speaking Texican since Kate is three short weeks from heading south. We heard this week that they actually had SNOW in Houston, but I don't think that even with snow it will compare to the 'single digit' weather they are having in Provo right now. Kate is getting stir crazy in the MTC and is ready to head out into the mission field, but has a good attitude and a patient spirit.
Kate had a wonderful Thanksgiving experience in the MTC, as Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve came to visit the MTC. He told them that since they were away from their families on this holiday, that he and Sister Holland had come to be their family. We love Elder Holland, and in the spirit of Thanksgiving I am indeed grateful that he visited my daughter in the MTC and touched her heart with his tender words of love and support when I could not give them myself. Sister Holland spoke to the missionaries about the eternal nature of our spirits and bodies. Kate was deeply touched by both talks and was on a spiritual high. Thank you Elder and Sister Holland.
I would like to introduce you to Sister Maylett...Kate's companion. They are a dynamic duo and Kate has the privilege of spending 24/7 with Sister Maylett. She is from Washington DC, so between the two of them the have the Washington's covered. Katelyn describes her as quiet and very sweet. She has helped Kate with the Spanish language a lot. I sense they are starting to teach well together and are a good support for each other.
This is Sister Bullock, who Katelyn describes as AMAZING! She is pint-sized like Kate, so they are known as the Hermanitas (Little Sisters). To give you an idea of how pint-sized Kate and Sister Bullock are I have included this picture...
I don't know how tall this Elder is, but these two sisters make him seem about a foot taller than he actually is. Kate has met a lot of wonderful Elders and Sisters during her stay and I'm sure that although she will be excited to head down to Houston, she will miss many of these new found friends
Katelyn was excited because last week she was able to be a Hostess and greet the new Hermanas as they arrived at the MTC. She wondered if she had the same 'deer-in-the-headlights' look that they did that first day at the MTC. I'm sure she did,,,but look at her now.
I suppose that's all the news from 'Camp Katelyn' for now. We appreciate all of your support for our daughter and she often speaks of the cards and letters she receives and how appreciative she is to hear from all of you.
Muchas Gracias
