That last entry about my comp was rather harsh. We've had two companionship inventories since then and things are much better now. She still irritates me, but I've learned to ignore a lot. And we seem to go in cycles. We'll have a great inventory and be quite happy for a few days and then she'll act annoyed a day later. I wonder though, if it's just her personality and I’m misinterpreting nothing. I need to have more charity. This entry is not to be shared... I really feel like she is jealous of me. She'll never act happy if I get a letter. She never wants to hear my stories - success in Telecenter, memories, and she will frequently turn her back when I'm talking mid-sentence. I don't think I talk a lot, either. I frequently find it hard to truly love her.

Tonight's class was very bad. We laughed and joked the whole time and at least 10 pedos [passing gas] were reported. It was kind of obnoxious, but at the same time, it was fun. Hermano Roche has no idea how to keep control. The Elders don't respect him because he won't demand it. It's really beginning to bother me. I never learn anything in that class. It's a lose-lose situation - if I want to learn, I'm frustrated because they are rowdy. And if I join the fun, my comp is mad (unless it's her idea to have fun) and I don't have the spirit. I was also really tired today. If I try to study, I would fall asleep.

 Hermana Chelson threatening to pick Elder Cuddeback's nose while he was sleeping

Elder Seely wearing Hermano Roche's huge jacket

I bought a himnario [Spanish hymnbook] today. It's a mini one for $3.80. I feel good about it. I also got a whole bunch of information about Las Islas Canarias. It was very helpful. My mom sent me a package last week. She sent everything I needed - medias [pantyhose], hangers, tape, scissors, vinegar (for pleats). I have the best mom. I ask for so much and she keeps giving. I also got a great letter from my dad - SHOCK. He is so inspired. He knew everything to say. He gave some very valuable counsel about relationships with companions. He's so awesome. I'm very blessed.

Before I leave the MTC, I want to finish the Book of Mormon, and memorize DyC 4, nearly memorize the first discussion and memorize all the tenses and the irregular verb sheet. I also want to begin reading the Doctrine and Covenants.