May 17, '97

1) Nicole, who is going to buy me some new clothes
2) My good memory (even though it hurts when I over-use it!)
3) The teachers we have here at the MTC
4) I have a companion who cares
5) the gift of tongues
run - 20 min (4 sprints -- that's a record for me)
15 sit-ups, 25 push-ups

Now I know for myself what people talk about when they call the MTC "groundhog day." Over and over and over... study, eat, study, eat, study, eat, study, sleep, run, study, eat...

I'm sure pleased my roommates and I make "run" part of the daily schedules. Your body needs it -- the brain can't be active by itself! Mine almost gave out on me today buy I fulfilled all my goals (except the writing one entry in Russian, which I'll work on tomorrow). I have more letters to write tomorrow, too. P-day wasn't long enough! ;)

Sincerely, {Cectpa Bepi} Sister Berry

May 16, '97

1) THE TEMPLE!! (I could put that for all five!)
2) The potential "my" Elders are showing
3) P-day and the letters I got to write
4) How well I am provided for as I serve
5) My knowledge of the Gospel
run- 30 minutes! 150 sit-ups, 25 push-ups

Tonight I am fulfilling a commitment to write in my journal my feelings regarding Joseph Smith.

I know that he was a man -- meaning he suffered just as I do. But more than that, I know he was a prophet and that I am indebted to him for the knowledge that blesses my life and makes it worth living.

As I learn greater and greater truths that were provided by this prophet, I am almost overwhelmed by the possibilities it introduces into my future. I am excited to learn more and share more and pray I can be guided by the Spirit as I do both!

In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

Sister Berry