I was opening my journal and read my name...Elder Walter Dale Herrick. I got this from Jerylynn Judkins [an old girlfriend]. And at the time it was still about 2 years until I would go on my mission. It was at the time where I should have been leaving, because I was 19. I never thought that I would be worthy enough. She had faith in me though and has always talked to me and encouraged me, along with her family. I'm very thankful that I am able to know her and many wonderful friends and girls like her.
It's now about 9:47 pm. We had a pretty chock full day. I made a goal to memorize a principle a day from the Russian discussion. Well I did the first paragraph. It was frustrating. It's really hard because I just have to go on sounds instead of words. Tomorrow I will work harder so I can accomplish more toward my goal.
I just read my patriarchal blessing. It has such a great power to uplift me and make me see the big picture. One verse that stuck our was talking about Satan - "tell Satan to leave you alone...His time is short and you have the eternities." the Spirit bears witness that, that is true every single time I think about that. Another verse that stands out is talking about missionary work. It says "love your companions and those who you serve." Boy do I need to work on that.
I'm starting to get along better with Elder Parks. I know that I still need to work but I don't feel negative of him anymore. I miss my life in the outside world. But I love being here. I'm a little scared that I won't be able to learn the language. Gilbert wrote me, through Nick, and said that if I memorized a principle a day - I would be able to have all the discussions memorized by the time I got out of here. So that is my new goal. 1 principle a day for a week. Then I'll reevaluate and see it need to improve myself. Set a higher or lower goal. At least this way I am trying really hard. Well goodnight. I'll be praying for you walt!
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