October 4- letter to sister

President Steinegal said this word today, so I know I can use it.

Heck yes, I'm coming out.  And, I'm even secretly hoping that your baby is waiting and that she'll be late.    Well, I cannot believe there is only a week left.  CRAZY!

So, I'm not taking a p-day this week.  It's really not that crazy...because today we had a zone meeting and are supposed to take p-day tomorrow.  But, President told me that if I want to go to the temple I need to go into Kiev early - that's Thursday.  He told me that during our lunch, and I kind of panicked.  Literally...I couldn't finish eating...and started to cry.  I was surrounded by elders.  It was pretty awkward.  But, they are all really supportive.  I love this mission.  I love missions.  I love service.  So, yes, I will be able to serve in Kiev - but that means everything  I wanted to do here I have to do, in well, tonight and in two and half more days.  Then, I go to kiev, go to the temple - and watch conference in Ukrainian...and then...vce.

We've been having a great transfer.  Have been teaching many people and working with the members.  I love this work.  I love these branches.  I love this country.  It's my family!  And it's sad to think that I don't know when I will see them again.  

Well, I love you.

I bought you a scarf today...I don't know if there is anything you want me to bring home?  

I cannot probably fit an entry table into my suitcase...so you might just be better to look for that on craigslist. 

Well,

I love you,

Sister Murphy

ps  still haven't gotten over the panic..feel a little faint and like I might throw up.....  Yes, I was able to eat a whole pizza and ice cream- after the initial panic wore off...it was time to comfort food eat.  I might gain 10 more pounds in this last week!

Love you lots!

LSSTER M