Conference

October 8, 2010

Conference was amazing.  Probably one of the best I have ever experienced.  Before conference I wrote down a list of questions and thoughts to reflect on and conference really addressed those issues.  I did feel that I was being chastised and scolded, but I loved it.  I just kept thinking, "Hit me again!  I am learning so much!"
I love how much conference talked about faith and obedience.  So important and yet at times so difficult.  I think me favorite talks were probably Elder Holland's, which really made me reflect on and appreciate the incredible love and support of my family!  And Elder Christofferson about consecrated effort.  That one really hit home for me and I can't wait to read it in the Liahona.  Oh, and President Uchtdorf's talk fit me to a tee.  During the talk Hermana Krout leaned over to me and whispered, "This one's for you Hermana Palmer."
I really, really enjoyed every session.
Between sessions I went to eat a chili's with my zone.  It was very enjoyable.  I ordered a nice big salad.  I haven't eaten a real salad in such a long time.  I just want "girl food"  in this world of meat and fried meat.  It is interesting being with elders.  I am really trying to embrace and love them, but I am slowly building up the amounts of time I can spend with them. It is going well.  To say the least they are getting me out of my box. Today we are playing Frisbee together.  I hope that I won't embarrass myself.
Christina is doing really well.  She is planning a trip to see Temple Square in November. It will be great because Sister Krout will be able to go there with her.  The tickets are already purchased!  They are planning so many awesome activities, Christina will love it.  Also, Christina's boyfriend (who actually referred her to the church) will be coming to visit Puerto Rico on the 18th.  We are very curious to meet him.  I feel like a protective mother, determined to decided whether or not he is good enough for Christina. 

Playing 10 commandment pit with the Anderson's

Tutoring Daniela Anderson

 
I was also able to lend some awesome service for the Anderson, the American family in the ward.  Daniela needs a tutor for Algebra.  Oh, it is a perfect fit.  We love Daniela and any excuse to spend time with her is great.  I also really enjoyed tutoring math.  I felt myself having to pull back in order to not get to obsessed or nerdy.  I think it is good for me because after the mission, I am not really sure that I want to be a teacher.  I think I would like tutoring, but I am not sure that I now have the confidence or desire to demand the attention of an entire class.  I really prefer working one on one.  I am really disturbed to think that I am now doubting the career that has been my "goal" since 9th grade.  I and I cannot even fathom the idea that all those ridiculously, ridiculously  difficult classes a BYU may have been in vain.  I don't even know what I would major in if I didn't choose math.  Mostly I feel that I lack the self-importance teachers must have to be able to control and will the class.
But those thoughts can wait for later.
I love you so much and miss you.

Hermana Palmer