Turtles!

   These two turtles are from two different areas I was in. The one here on the left is just a little guy. The one here on the right, who we named Franklin, was a bit shy at first, but he warmed up to us a bit later.

   I am sure grateful for this mission because before, I was kind of like the turtle here on the left, shy and timid. After being out here for 19 months, I feel like I have been able to come out of my shell more to tell people what I know to be true.

   Because I have come out of my shell, I ask everyone of you to read the Book of Mormon with an open heart, and then pray. Also, watch General Conference this weekend, even if its just one session. It doesn't matter who you are, if you are big or small, shy or outgoing, smart or dumb, Mormon or not Mormon, just read and pray, and listen to the words of Prophets and Apostles at General Conference. But don't do it for anyone but yourself and God because this is why God has sent us here.
   You can visit mormon.org to learn about what the Book of Mormon is and also get a free copy!