Two weeks and I LOVE IT!

Elder Kelley has now been in the MTC for almost two weeks now . . . . and he LOVES it!  Thanks to all who have written him letters.  He enjoys all of them, as every missionary enjoys letters.

So far, we've received three letters from Elder Kelley - we have sent him approximately 50 (that's an exaggeration, but not much of one).  We've learned the joys of Dearelder.com  !  If anyone would like to send him a FREE, FAST, and EASY letter through Dearelder.com, the address you need to use is:

Elder Jordan Kelley
169 UKR-KYV 1218

If you would like to send him a handwritten letter then use this address:

Elder Jordan Kelley
MTC Mailbox 169
UKR-KYV 1218
2005 N. 900 E
Provo, UT 84604

Once Elder Kelley leaves the MTC, I will be sure to post his address that will be used while in the Ukraine.

Anyway, Elder Kelley LOVES his companion, Elder Hadfield.  His companion is the son of an Army Colonel.  Anyone who knows Jordan well knows this is such a blessing and thrill!  Elder Hadfield gives Jordan an intense workout everyday during gym.  JORDAN LOVES IT!

Apparently Elder Kelley is in FOOD HEAVEN!  Almost two weeks at the MTC and he has already gained 5 pounds.  In his words, "The food is nuts!"  Sounds like the Lord is really blessing him ;)

Also, he is not only learning Ukrainian, but they have also assigned him (and all the Ukrainian missionaries) to start learning Russian as well.  Holy MOSES!  They have already taught several lessons in Ukrainian and have had very special experiences with how the Spirit works with missionaries.

Because of the recent change in age requirements for missionaries, all missionaries that were assigned to the MTC for 12 weeks are now cut to 9 weeks at the MTC.  There is to be a massive influx of missionaries anytime now - I think the MTC is already over packed.  HOW AMAZING!!! The Lord's work is moving forward more than ever.

Elder Kelley is doing well and is loving every moment of his mission experience.  In his own words,  

"I AM living the dream! I still can scarcely believe that I am a missionary.  It has taken me so long to get here and it has taken just as much work too. . .but I love it!"

Elder Kelley sends his love and appreciation to everyone :) Until next p-day . . .

 Obviously, he wasn't too excited to begin his mission :)  

 "See ya in two years!"