Leaving On A Jet Plane

Just a quick update. We got word that Billy and his companion will be heading to India on Wednesday September 3rd. He is really excited to finally be on his way and is glad that his companion is doing well after surgery.

Steadfast & Immovable

Billy waits for Elder McKay to recover from his operation last Tuesday. Billy's trip to India was delayed due Elder McKay's need for surgery before departure. Billy offered to stay behind with Elder McKay while he underwent surgery so that they could travel together upon his recovery. They are awaiting their departure date which will be sometime this week. Billy is enjoying his time in the MTC, and has expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve the Lord. He continues to study diligently as he prepares to head to India.

Last Letter From The MTC!

Billy sent the family a care package from the MTC.  Mostly it was letters for everyone, however he included some black licorice for my mom and dad, some pictures, and a wonderful little newsletter he put together.

Click Here For Billy's Newsletter

Billy's 19th birthday was on August 8th, so he was sure to send pictures of himself opening the care package we sent him. We stuffed it with some of his favorite things such as twizzlers, beef jerky and homemade cookies. We also filled it with practical birthday presents such as speakers for his CD player, stationery, pens and highlighters. He seemed to enjoy what we sent him, and we are glad he got it in time for his birthday.



Billy is leaving the MTC for India bright and early Monday morning August 18th. He is really excited to get there, however I'm not sure he is so thrilled about his 30+ hour flight. If you are planning to write him make sure you write the India address (on the right hand side of this page) so he will get it!

BREAKING NEWS...

Billy just let the family know that he will be staying in the MTC an additional week.  One of the missionaries in his district needs to have surgery, and Billy volunteered to wait to leave so that the elder did not have to travel to India by himself.  So, if you want to get a quick letter to Billy while he's still at the MTC you have one more week.

Working Hard and Playing Hard!

We just got a letter from Billy today.  It sounds like things are going well in the MTC.  He says he is working hard and is giving his all to his calling as District Leader.  He also assured us for as hard as he is working he is playing hard as well. He FINALLY sent us some pictures and from what I could tell, it looks like he is having a blast.

The First Letter Home

We finally received our first letter from Billy today.  He is doing wonderful in the MTC, catching up with old friends and making many new.  Billy was given the assignment of District Leader which he is a little nervous about, however we all know he is going to do a fantastic job.  I've updated his contact information on the side bar so be sure to write him if you have a minute!