Hey Hannah, it's jacob! or rather Elder Shepard. Thanks a lot for the music. I had no idea how much I would miss music being here at the MTC. So far, everything has been fantastic. I love the missionaries and how everything here is. Some missionaries are stiil adjusting, or have some Christ-like attributes to learn, but so can everybody, including me. The portugese is coming pretty well, even though I have a ton more to learn. Reading the scriptures daily and studying with such direction and purpose has really expanded my understanding. My companion and I are now teaching 2 "investigators" and we will be teaching each other in roles of people we know, all in portugese. My appreciation for people has grown so much, and I want to say I love you and I'm grateful for all the support. I hear James is growing up and talking alot. You are all in my prayers. Sorry I'm noting writing as much. I'll to write more on my p-days.
Sincerly, and with all my love,
