Amazing Adventures

Hello Once Again Audience!!!                                              4/29/13

            To another wonderful chapter in the “Amazing Adventures of Elder Nathaniel Morris!!!!”... Ok some-what Amazing Adventures!!!!! This was actually an amazing, but also a very sad week. Let’s go to the weekly events... kind of like current events, but not so current.... get it, huh? Ok, enough with the bad jokes.

            So, Tuesday we had our District Meeting and interviews... (Nervous).  They went well, we talked about if I felt I could take over the area and if I was using my planner...It was the second time I didn't have my planner because someone.... (Finger pointing at myself) left his backpack at an investigator’s house (Sad face), but it was all good. President Weston said he wants to meet Arthur someday. That would be cool.

             Wednesday was straight missionary work.... all the HOT DAY LONG!!!!! Then on Friday we had our final lesson with Michael as an investigator.  The next day he was baptized WHOOOOOO HOOOOOO HEY BATTY BATTY DUNK BATTY!!!!  Apparently the water was so cold that Michael came up gasping for air!!!! lol  It was cold because someone (finger pointing to my companion) didn’t fill the tank right. lol  It all went well though. Everyone, but us were involved in the program.  Well, I was the chorister for the baptism. So, I had a part. The next day we were in the circle when Michael received the Holy Ghost. So it was an awesome week.

 Now for Q & A corner!!!!!!!!!

 Q1.   How is the bike riding going?  Any new finds while you have been tracting?  Have you found an area that Elder Puckett has not tracted yet?  Have you tried anything new in your searching?

A1.  The biking is.... good very very exhausting. I should show you pictures of the places we go. No new finds, really just some "Randy Jacksons" (Random people: in Elder Puckett language).  Some areas new to Elder Puckett, but we haven't been there much lately. Just biking around is what we do most of the time.

Q2.   How did Michael's Baptism go?  Who baptized him?  How are the other investigators?  How is Ann coming along?  Is she going to get baptized soon?  Do you like to be the Elder who does the Baptism?  Any special spiritual experiences this past week?

A2.  The baptism went very well. One of his old scout leaders baptized him. Well, Ann is in the Hospital (super sad face). Hopefully she will be getting better soon. Well, I've only done one baptism, but it's fun, and of course it’s the investigators choice. The baptism was the only really spiritual experience this past week.

 Q3.   Kip Critchlow is getting married in May.  I know, another person getting married. lol  I guess if you aren't out serving the Lord the next best thing is living the gospel - right?  There are so many things for all of us to do.  I hope you are finding joy in the work you are doing.   How is Elder Puckett doing?  Does he get letters from home often?  Did you get my letter this past week?

A3.  Freak... he just came home. What... the heck? Elder Puckett is doing well. Yeah, Elder Puckett gets letters. Well, actually today I got your letter!!!!

Q4.   Have you met any new members who like to feed you or give you referrals?  Does the Shasta Lake ward help with the work?  Are they willing to share referrals and have people in their homes to be taught?  How is the Bishopric?  Are they engaged and eager to help?

A4. Well yes, but not like in pervious areas. Not really, everyone is older and their friends all live in the ward.  We don’t get real referrals from ward members. The Bishopric is good. They are sort of involved and helpful. 

Q5.   Do you get to play piano much anymore?  I guess Uncle Paul taught himself to play the piano.  I guess it is possible to teach yourself that useful skill.  What do you like to do to stay in tune and self motivated?  Is there anything we can send or do to help you make the best of the last few months on your mission?  I hope the best is still ahead of you! 

A5. Every now and then I get to play the piano.  I'm trying to learn hymns and other fun songs. I listen to music to help me stay motivated. I don't really understand that question.   I can’t think of anything you can send, as of right now, but I will think about it.

Q6.   What was the happiest moment this past week?  What made you laugh out loud this past week?  What was the most frustrating moment this past week?  Who or What made you stop and think for a minute?  Are you writing all these special moments of your mission in your journal?  Remember those things will help you, Martin and others as the journey continues.

A6.  Michael getting baptized was the happiest moment this past week. The fun time we had after Michael's lesson made me laugh out loud. We had a debate about if Goldfish Crackers are animal Crackers (or if fish are animals?). It was Jonathan (Bishop's son) and I; in favor of fish are animals. Elder Puckett and Michael believe fish are not animals. lol  It was so much fun. What made me think was talking with a JW who was putting down the King James Version of the Bible... don't get me started. I’m trying to write in my journal, but that's why I'm having you put these emails in my blog.

Well that's it for this email, until next time...

Love,

Elder Nathan Morris

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Allergies in Abundance!

Hello famaaAAHHHCCHHHOOOOO and friends, (sniff)         4/22/13

         What a week! Allergies are always in abundance here. Man I really hate sneezing a lot... especially when it comes to talking to people.... it makes it tough. 

         Yeah, I heard about the bombings in Boston. Members told us about it and one member had it on TV.... I think it was Friday, because we had dinner with her and her sons. It was the part where they had just recently caught him. It’s a sad story, like the shooting awhile back. I'm glad James is safe and that he wasn't there for the bombings. It's really scary. 

         That's great about Martin's talk. I want to read it. I wish I could have been there in person to hear it. I'm sure he was great.

         So Guess what!!!??? Michael is getting baptized this Saturday! WHOOOO! (...Confetti...). I'm so excited for him. He is definitely going be a great example to his family. We were talking awhile back and he said he wanted to go on a Chinese-speaking mission. He'll be the first missionary to open china!!! lol... He is a really great kid, very smart and very bright!!!

 We had exchanges this week as well, so I was in the Redding 1st ward area. It was real fun. We contacted a lot of their less-actives. 

         Now I better get to Q&A Corner before I end....

Q1.   How are your investigators?  How many lessons did you teach this past week?  What was your favorite lesson or visit this past week?  What felt like a triumph or success this past week?

A1.   They are doing well. We've just been out talking to a lot of people. We taught 19 lessons this week. I guess my favorite lesson would be, our lesson with Ann, who in the lesson said, she is all in and wants to be baptized!!! Hitting 12 over lessons this week.

Q2.   How was your Sabbath Day?  Did you get invited to dinner yesterday?  Do you or Elder Puckett ever cook for yourselves?  Is Elder Puckett a good cook?  What is his favorite meal?  Have you found anyone like the Montgomery’s' yet?

A2.  It was good. It was a crazy time in Gospel Principles, though. Some lady asked a weird question about Kolob. Yeah, I know it’s weird. We cook for ourselves for lunch and when we don't get invited to dinner. Yeah Elder Puckett is a good cook and he likes tuna sandwiches. No one can compare to the Montgomery's. lol

Q3.   How are you physically?  How are you spiritually?  How are you mentally?  What do you do to stay well in all these areas?  Martin's favorite scripture is Alma 38: 5&6.   Do you have a favorite scripture this week, one that helped you stay strong and faithful?

A3.  I'm fine. We've been biking a lot, so yeah I’m good. I’m doing well spiritually too. Mentally I’m sometimes gone... I think I told you that already...? I stay busy and that keeps me healthy in all those areas. That is a really good scripture, Martin and so true. This week I like Alma 8:14-15, 18.

Q4.    What was the best part of the past week?  What was the funniest part of this past week?  What was the hardest part of the past week?  What was your lesson or what did you learn this past week?  What was the most memorable part of this past week?

A4. The best part of the week would be having Michael pass the baptism interview. Funniest part would be just having a “good” time. The hardest part is just all the everyday issues. “Never give up” was my lesson this week. Just this whole week was memorable, Michael, Ann, and biking too.

Q5.    Do you have a question for any of us?  Do you have anything you would like me to find out for you or any person you would like to know about?  Janeane Crockett said to tell you Hello.  She is engaged and getting married this summer.  A lot of her friends are on missions or gone to college. She is a cute young lady.

A5.  WHAT SHE"S GETTING MARRIED!!!! WHAT THE HECK??? WHAT’S WITH PEOPLE GETTING MARRIED WHILE I"M GONE!!!! Not really, just try not to get me too trunky, which you've already done. I guess it doesn't matter, I’m OK.

Q6.   (Dad's question) Have you done anything fun on p-day?  Do you have anything interesting to share about Shasta Lake?  What do you think about Shasta Lake?

A6. Yeah, we went mountain biking today and I nearly died, but I'm getting the hang of it. It’s not too hard. There’s not really much here, but we do have a Rite Aid, McDonalds and a pizza place that closes at 2 pm..... so, not much to tell ya about. It’s nice, lots of potentials, but getting people to church is another thing.

Man what a lousy email this is. I'm just so tired from our trip... mountain biking. Well, got to go... love ya!!!

Elder Morris

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Mountain Bike Trails - 'Gnarly'

Hello once again family and friends,                             4/15/13

         What an interesting week this has been. Man, it’s nice to be on a bike again, talking to people is so much easier than in a car. It was also nice to finally meet the ward on Sunday. I felt a little lost without knowing people and not getting myself coordinated with members. Well I'm getting ahead of myself. I better just head to “MISSIONARY WEEKLY”!!!!

 Missionary Weekly

Welcome to “Missionary Weekly”, where we travel with the Lord’s Army. Today, we see how the work is slowly.... very slowly improving in the Shasta Lake Ward. Bike repairs, does this mean the Elders will lose their car? All this and more on “Missionary Weekly”!!!

         The start of the week was a little rough with figuring out stuff to do and finding people. We had a Zone meeting about having a desire to figure out ways to involve our members more in the work. Our Zone Leaders talked to us about the very subject of how to work with the Ward Council. They suggested we ask the Ward Council to fill our planners with things to do. We are planning on applying this method with our Ward Council. 

         To answer your questions about the bike and the car, we still have a car because our area is HUGE!!!!! Like we will need a car, but in a few of our areas it is residential and also we have a small city near us, so we park the car somewhere and bike through those neighborhoods to talk to people. The stuff I replaced on my bike was my gears and also a tire I burst in Roseville.  I also forgot my helmet, so I bought a cheap helmet.  The other helmet was falling apart anyway. 

         That's pretty much the main points for this week. The work here is going to improve continually and many people will be blessed.

         Now for Q & A CORNER!!!!

 Q1.   How are you feeling?  Are you settling in well in your new area and ward?  Have you figured out where everything is in Shasta Lake, especially the people who need to hear the gospel?  Are you riding your bike now?  How is it working for you?  Did you get the gears fixed, is that what cost so much money?

A1.  I'm feeling good. Yeah, I’m settling in now that I’ve had an actual Sunday here in Shasta Lake. Well, the people in Shasta Lake are ether half crazy or half sane. We ride bikes every now and then when we feel like it or if we just want to be able to talk to people easier. My bikes a lot better now since I got it fixed. Yeah, I actually got the gears replaced because I lost most of the pieces from the old gears.

Q2.    Has the rain let up and are you into good warm summer weather now?  Do you have all you need to do tracting on bikes comfortably and safely?  Can we send you anything specific to help the work go along smoothly and successfully?  You will have to remember the sun block now and drink plenty of water.  Can I send any snack foods to help you on your long tracting days?

A2.  It stopped raining last week and now its getting warm. Up in the 80's almost 90's. We don’t need anything specific, anything you want to send will do.

Q3.    Have you found a favorite spot or special thing about Shasta Lake that you really like?  What is your apartment like or is it a house?  We had a hard time seeing it on google earth, the map doesn't go up the road where you are.  Have you gotten the letters we've sent?  You should have gotten two from me and one from Lydia since you arrived there.  Did you hear from anyone else this week?

A3.  I like to go Mountain Biking. We have some "Gnarly" trails back here. The place I live is at a member’s house. We have our own little part of the house with a kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. I got two letters from you and one from Lydia. I haven’t gotten any mail from anyone else yet. I haven't been able to write anyone because I've been super busy.

Q4.    How many lessons did you teach this past week?  Do you have any new investigators?  Would you like prayers for any one special that you are teaching?  How is Elder Puckett?  How did you serve him this past week?  What is something interesting you learned about your companion?  What is something you really appreciate about Elder Puckett?

A4.  We taught 16 lessons this week. Yep, we have one new investigator....  Yes, you can pray for Michael and Anthony. Elder Puckett is doing well, he a little burnt out because him and Elder K have tracted most of our areas and he feels there's nothing much to do. Well, I try to offer help and encouragement at times. He is as tall as Dad. I learned he is thinking about going into Chiropractics.  He actually helped at Chiropractic office before his mission and so he knows a few things about it, but nothing too big, I believe.  I appreciate his strong desire to work.

Q5.    What was the most exciting thing that happened this past week?  What was the most important thing that happened this past week?  What did you see or hear this past week that inspired or affected you this past week?  What was the funniest or most light- hearted thing that happened this past week?

A5.  Getting my bike back was exciting. Having great lessons with Michael was the most important thing that happened. Seeing my companion's desire to work inspires me. The most light-hearted thing was happened after our lesson with Michael. We just chilled and talked (Me, Elder Puckett, Michael, and Jonathan one of Michael's friend that's a member.). During church Michael and Jonathan, shoved random stuff in the church fridge, so we were taking the stuff out and teasing each other about it. It reminded me of being in Young Men’s class at home.

Q6.     What do you have planned for P-day today?  Be sure to take some pictures of everything soon.  What is your favorite thing to do on p-day?  What do you dislike to do most on p-day?  Do you all keep your apartment good and clean?  We read an email from a Mission President's wife who said that young men should to be taught how to keep a house clean.  She saw an apartment that had so much garbage, damage to walls and spoiled food that she was disgusted.  It cost 1500.00 to get it back into good repair and clean.  How sad.  I know you are much more respectful and keep your house in good shape, right?

A6.  Um… Basketball and hopefully write a few letters. I’ll take some pictures if I remembered my Camera. lol The worst part of p-day is when it ends. We try to keep our place clean. We clean it every P-day. Dang, I feel bad for those Elders feeling the Wrath of the Mission Presidents Wife...

         Well that's all I have for this E-mail.... Love ya!!!

                                    ~~Elder Morris

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General Conference

Hello once again, Family and Friends!!!                       4/8/13

         It’s that time of the week, EMAIL TIME!!! 

 To answer your question mom, whether I saw Elder Kuehlenhoelter or not? I did and actually we were in a three-some for a day. Elder K couldn't get a ride until Wednesday. So we went out together and visited people before he left the next day. Oh, I probably should tell you that I have proven the impossible. I can fit all my belongings in a Prius and I had a ton of stuff, but we fit all of it in the tiny car!!! 

         My new companion's name is Elder Puckett. He is from Fortworth, Texas. He is a very good kid and always wants to be obedient. He loves to serve. It was a tough first week with lots of stuff to do, but it all went well.  Elder Puckett has only been out for 4 and half months. Oh, and he is very tall.

         We have one person who has set a date for April 27^th for baptism. His name is Michael. He is 16 yrs old and a really cool kid. He is very VERY bright!!! So all is well.  We are working with another youth who we may be able to set a date for Baptism with this week.  We also got drenched with rain over the past few days. Like, “Crazy” rain!!!! Sorry this isn't the usual “Missionary Weekly”, but it will have to do for now.

         Now For Q & A CORNER!!!!!

Q1.   How do you like Shasta Lake?  What was your first impression?  Tell us something about your new companion.  I know that he has only been out for 18 weeks or about that.  Sister Cahill shared a little about him with us.  Have you met Brother and Sister Cahill?  He is in the Bishopric, I believe.  How do you like your ward?

A1.  Shasta Lake is amazing, but very spread out. Shasta Lake is like Paradise and Nevada City. My first impression was "Noice, they have a Panda Express here... wait that's not my area?” “I only have a McDonalds in my area?" Ok, not really it was more like just “Noice”. I haven’t met Brother and Sister Cahill yet, but I hope I will soon. Well, from what I've seen the ward is pretty cool. I've only met a few members so far.

Q2.    Have you learned some about the area?  Did you get to teach some lessons this past week?  Has your companion oriented you to the investigators?  What do you feel will be the biggest challenge in Shasta Lake?

A2.  Yeah, I'm driving so I can now get around the area just fine by car, but by bike will be another story. Yeah, we taught a few lessons this past week, but the work is pretty slow here. Missionaries in the past were lazy and Elder Puckett and Elder K have tract most of the close areas. We will definitely be finding more people to teach.

Q3.    Do you still have a car?  Is having a car a good thing?  Do you like the changes?  How do you feel?  Are you still enthusiastic and energetic in your service?  What inspired you this past week?  

A3.  Yeah, we have a 2012 Toyota Corolla; I would say yes, the car is a good thing because of the areas farther away. Yeah, changes are good it’s just crazy to think that this will most likely be my last area. Oh yeah, I'm definitely going to do my best. General Conference really inspired me.

 Q4.    What was the best part of your past week?  What special thing did you learn this past week?  Who made your day this past week?  Who did you appreciate the most this past week?  I hope you laughed this past week and found joy in something you did.  Tell us all about it.

A4.  The best part of the week was General Conference. I learned to always work hard even when you think there is nothing to do. I think seeing Elder K again really brightened my day. I really appreciate my companion with his strong desire to work. Oh, I did laugh. Well, not really laugh, but touched like you said about the world report. I watched some of that as well, and the part that touches me most was the story of the “Candy Bomber”. I don't know why, but I was so overcome by the spirit that I was getting emotional and did my best to hold back the tears.

Q5.    Your mission is winding down.  How do you feel about that?  Have you heard anything from the office about your release date?  I told Dad we probably shouldn't be asking you those kinds of questions, but he can't resist.  I hope it doesn't make you "trunky" and you can continue to stay focused and work hard!  We simply love you and you make us all so very proud. :)

A5. Mom and Dad... I think you two are getting sooooo trunky.... lol... Well. I'm trying not to think about it as much. I do think about stuff like what will I do when I get home such as school and work and all that Jazz... by the way, how are the Jazz doing? I can't wait to see you guys and I hope Bishop has a calling for me when I get back so I can stay busy. lol

Q6.    The obvious question for this week is which conference talk was your favorite?  What motivated you the most in conference?  What did you feel the main message was for everyone in conference this week?  What a great conference it was. :)

A6.  Well, all the talks were good. I liked L. Tom Perry's on "Obedience to the law is liberty" and Pres. Dieter F. Uchtdorf's on “Light and Darkness”, but the one that stood out to me at the time was Sister Elaine S. Dalton's "Where 'err thou art, play thy part." Standing as a witness of Christ at all times and in all things and in all places. I kind of felt that the main message was having a happy family, a holy home, and to strengthen one another in our homes and families. Aside from the Temple our homes are the holiest places to be, as long as the spirit is there.

Well that's it for this email until next week.

Love,

Elder Nathaniel Morris

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Shasta Lake, CA

                                                                                 4/1/13

Hello once again family and friends,

         Today we have a special announcement concerning the welfare of the Elders of the Paradise 3rd ward. It has been known unto me through the Zone Leaders, that I neglect to tell you last week, of a subject of great importance. This topic I felt impressed to tell you at this time will determine the welfare of many souls. The subject is transfers, which is the call we received from our Zone Leaders, but first a little background. You see my great, great Grandfather built many things, why he might have helped build this very palace... wait.... wrong background.... let’s head to “Missionary Weekly”.

Missionary Weekly!!!

March 26, 2013 – It was exchanges with the 1st Ward Elders. It went very well. I was with Elder Ormsby, the new Elder, a few things fell through and he didn’t handle it well. So we tried our best to stay busy, but I definitely think he needs a pick me up.  If you could send him letters of support, that would help him. His address is 5267 Laguna Ct.

March 27, 2013 - Well speaking of appointments falling through, we had so much that we were going to do. The morning was good, we had a lesson with Wanda and we tried to commit her to baptism, but she wants to know more first before she makes up her mind.  Then all our set appointments fell through the rest of the day and that's just disappointing. We had a really cool dinner, at the boys and Girls Club. We volunteered to serve a dinner over there and it went very well. 

March 28, 2013 - Usual visits and I found out that one of my favorite Zone Leader that went home came back up to visit the area. Elder Frank.... well I guess I should call him Kevin, was staying at the Titus’ home for the week and so we stopped to see how he's been doing. It was so weird seeing him with facial hair and so on. Lol  It was great to see him again. He was actually born in this area!!! That was cool. 

March 29, 2013 - One last dinner with the Montgomery family and one last round of Liar's Dice too. lol!!!! I love that family. We also had a lesson with Jordan and Trista. We taught them the Word of Wisdom and committed them to live it. They are awesome!!!

March 30, 2013 - Zone Leader exchanges today.  This day I was with Elder Natane in my area. Talk about bad luck, all our appointments fell through.

March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday!!! This was the day when all the less-actives come to church. lol... At least some do. It was great. There were a lot of musical numbers and a lot of great talks. We also went to an Easter Fireside last night that was amazing. I saw a lot of my members from the first ward I served in. It was awesome. Now for the results of the transfer calls ... I'm going to Shasta Lake in the Redding Zone. I've heard it's pretty and cold up there.  I think I'm still in a car and I'm the senior companion, I’m not District Leader, but I'm cool with that.

 Now For the fun part Q&A CORNER

 Q1.  How are your investigators?  How many of those you teach came to Church?  Easter is one of those days that people think about what they believe and want to come to Church.  Did you have opportunities to teach on the Sabbath?

A1. They are doing awesome especially, Victoria. The 1st ward Elders had a baptism and she went and really loved it. She did come to church on Sunday. She just needs to get baptized. She has started paying her tithing and man... she just needs to get baptized!

Q2.  Did you get the Easter Package?  Did you get my letter?  Who have you heard from lately?  Many people ask about you each week.  Yes, Uncle Paul moved out here to Utah last July because he tried out for the Tabernacle Choir.  He didn't get in but got in the Utah Symphony Choir.  He travels a lot but he visits Arthur on Saturdays quite often.  Him and Dad are going to try out for the Tabernacle Choir again this year.  Keep your fingers, toes and anything else crossed for them.  Prayers couldn't hurt either.   Do you get to sing ever?  Use that talent when you can. :)

A2.  I got your package, one from Crissy and your letter too. That's awesome about Uncle Paul and Dad. That would be soooooooo AWESOME if they made it in the Tabernacle Choir. I will pray for them. I don’t get to sing very often.

Q3.  What was the best part of the week?  What was a tough part of this past week?  What did you learn from this past week?  What did you see this week that you felt was an especially beautiful creation of God?  What was a sign of spring for you this past week?

A3. Seeing Victoria at the Baptism and really feeling the spirit was the best part of the week. Appointments falling through would have to be the tough part of the week. I've learned more about the Atonement this past week. Seeing the 1st ward Elder’s investigator get baptized was beautiful. Well, I guess the spirit of Christ touching everyone thru Easter was the sign of spring in my week.

 Q4.   Are you going to be transferred?  You have been in Paradise a long time.  How would you feel to leave Paradise?  Do you think Elder Himmer is ready to be the lead missionary in Paradise?  Where would you like to transfer to, any particular place you haven't been but would like to spend some time?  Be sure you double-check everything if you have to pack to move.  Don't forget anything, and get a couple of pictures of your apartment in Paradise for your scrapbook. :)

A4. Yep, I am getting transferred to Shasta Lake. Yep, I’ve been in Paradise seven and a half months. I have mixed emotions, like I want to go, but I don't. Yeah, he better be ready to take the lead. Will do!! I will get some pictures for sure.

Q5.  What was your favorite lesson this week?  How is Wanda doing?  We sort of do our own missionary work with Arthur's staff too.  April is a member but inactive.  I don't think any of the other staff are members.  Maybe you could share some contact phrases with us.  I am never quit sure how to approach the subject.  Are you still motivated and finding inspiration in the work?  Is there a special scripture that inspired you this past week?  Martin finished the March Madness Challenge on Saturday!  He is really doing great and becoming a more sensitive person.

A5. My favorite lesson would have to be all of them! I can't choose. That's awesome about all your missionary work. I wish I can tell you about all the scriptures that inspire me, but the one that comes to mind is, John 8:58 “Jesus said unto them, “Verily, verily, I say unto you, before Abraham was, I am”.

Well that's all I have for this email. Hope to hear from you all soon.

 Love ya!!!!

Elder Morris

New Address:

Elder Nathan Morris

2324 Ostling Ave

Shasta Lake, CA, 96019

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