Friday, November 28, 2008
Thursday, November 27, 2008
HAPPY THANKSGIVING - and an explanation
Art here - We at the Blanchet Home wish you all a Happy Thaksgiving and lots of fat turkey, football, and family. Corey is still at the MTC until Tuesday.
Now to you out there - including my other children whom I love dearly and equally - I want to explain why I created this particular blog when there is already one at Dear Elder (http://www.dearelder.com/corey). Simple. Dear Elder does not allow for a record of posts like blogger does - it has to be changed for every post. It has limits.
So, to create an archive - or history - of Corey's mission, I created this Blogger blog that allows the arching of every post. When Corey returns from his mission in two years he will have a complete history documented for him - kind of a journal spanning two years. Your comments will be a part of this archive and history.
That's it. Hope you enjoy this.
BTW, if you want Elder Blanchet's email address, let me know via Facebook or via comment. I don't want to post it here - privacy and protocol (mine) prevent that.
Best wishes to you all,
Art (Blanchet)
REPORTING IN
Corey's 2nd email from the MYC arrived on his P-day - Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Laundry seems to be the common theme. Here it is.
So, week two is gone. It's amazing how fast time passes here at the MTC. They keep us pretty busy, and the days usually blur into one massive study session, separated by gym or lunch. It's not bad, just tiring.
I hope everyone is doing well back home. I pray for all my friends and family, every night! I have had some time to think about all the nice things everyone has done for me, and I'm very grateful.
This is Thanksgiving week after all. i'm doing laundry again, and we can only write letters and e-mail once a week, and that's today. i will try hard to send out some letters today, but even though it's my preparation day and i don't have to wear a suit, i have a lot to do still.
They tell us Thanksgiving is going to be a great day, filled with service projects and inspirational talks. Not to mention a bountiful Thanksgiving feast, of course.
We've got our flight plans in the mail, and we are leaving Tuesday morning, bright and early. I am the flight leader, which means I'll be in charge of eight Elders and two sisters, all of us flying to Sac-town. That should be an adventure, but i'll worry about that later.
I'm doing well here and learning a lot. I am happy. I don't know when my P-day will be once i'm in Sacramento, so it may be a little while between this letter and the next one. Thank you for all your love, support and prayers, it means a lot.
My laundry has about 4 minutes left, so I've got to go. It really has been remarkable how much i've learned here about the church and religion i've been in my whole life. The more I learn, the more excited i get to share what i know. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is my key to happiness, my secret to success in life, and my best form of comfort. Once again, I love you all and pray for you.Happy Thanksgiving!!!
-Elder Blanchet
ps- We've come up with nick-names for each other here, and my nick-name is Blinds. Thought you may find that interesting.
So, week two is gone. It's amazing how fast time passes here at the MTC. They keep us pretty busy, and the days usually blur into one massive study session, separated by gym or lunch. It's not bad, just tiring.
I hope everyone is doing well back home. I pray for all my friends and family, every night! I have had some time to think about all the nice things everyone has done for me, and I'm very grateful.
This is Thanksgiving week after all. i'm doing laundry again, and we can only write letters and e-mail once a week, and that's today. i will try hard to send out some letters today, but even though it's my preparation day and i don't have to wear a suit, i have a lot to do still.
They tell us Thanksgiving is going to be a great day, filled with service projects and inspirational talks. Not to mention a bountiful Thanksgiving feast, of course.
We've got our flight plans in the mail, and we are leaving Tuesday morning, bright and early. I am the flight leader, which means I'll be in charge of eight Elders and two sisters, all of us flying to Sac-town. That should be an adventure, but i'll worry about that later.
I'm doing well here and learning a lot. I am happy. I don't know when my P-day will be once i'm in Sacramento, so it may be a little while between this letter and the next one. Thank you for all your love, support and prayers, it means a lot.
My laundry has about 4 minutes left, so I've got to go. It really has been remarkable how much i've learned here about the church and religion i've been in my whole life. The more I learn, the more excited i get to share what i know. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is my key to happiness, my secret to success in life, and my best form of comfort. Once again, I love you all and pray for you.Happy Thanksgiving!!!
-Elder Blanchet
ps- We've come up with nick-names for each other here, and my nick-name is Blinds. Thought you may find that interesting.
First Letter from Corey at the MTC
Corey reported to the MTC on November 12th. On November 19th he had his first P-day, meaning Preparation Day, when he can do laundry, shop, and a few other approved activities, including send an email. Here's his first, entitled "HEY HEY HEY".
Hey Hey Hey
Hello, hello all, Elder Corey Blanchet reporting in. I have a week under my belt! Things have been great so far. The MTC (Missionary Training Center) has been a blast. I am learning a lot and as always, making new friends (without forgetting my old ones, of course).
My companion in the MTC is Elder Jeffery. He's a great guy from Orem, UT. We get along great.
Hmmmm... What else to say?Well, I am writing to you from the computers in the laundry room. It gives me something to do while I wait for my clothes. This place is a mad house right now. Elders and Sisters running all over the place, claiming washers and dryers like they were plots of land during the California Gold Rush! Speaking of California, I'm pretty excited.
Oh yeah, and the other two Elders that live in my room are Elder Duncan, from New Mexico, and Elder Logan, from Provo Utah. We are all getting along well and we are all going to the California Sacramento Mission. I leave the MTC in just 2 more quick weeks.
I've seen a lot of my friends who I went to BYU with here too, so it has been really great.
I have a lot to learn still, but I know I can do it. I love and miss you all.I know that what i'm doing is the right thing, and there is no way i would rather spend these next two years. I am greatful for the opportunity that I've been given, to serve the people of Sacramento with love, and to teach them that the true Gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored to the Earth b/c of God's uncomprehendable love for us.
I belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and I am proud to say it.
With Love,-Corey Blanchet
Hey Hey Hey
Hello, hello all, Elder Corey Blanchet reporting in. I have a week under my belt! Things have been great so far. The MTC (Missionary Training Center) has been a blast. I am learning a lot and as always, making new friends (without forgetting my old ones, of course).
My companion in the MTC is Elder Jeffery. He's a great guy from Orem, UT. We get along great.
Hmmmm... What else to say?Well, I am writing to you from the computers in the laundry room. It gives me something to do while I wait for my clothes. This place is a mad house right now. Elders and Sisters running all over the place, claiming washers and dryers like they were plots of land during the California Gold Rush! Speaking of California, I'm pretty excited.
Oh yeah, and the other two Elders that live in my room are Elder Duncan, from New Mexico, and Elder Logan, from Provo Utah. We are all getting along well and we are all going to the California Sacramento Mission. I leave the MTC in just 2 more quick weeks.
I've seen a lot of my friends who I went to BYU with here too, so it has been really great.
I have a lot to learn still, but I know I can do it. I love and miss you all.I know that what i'm doing is the right thing, and there is no way i would rather spend these next two years. I am greatful for the opportunity that I've been given, to serve the people of Sacramento with love, and to teach them that the true Gospel of Jesus Christ has been restored to the Earth b/c of God's uncomprehendable love for us.
I belong to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and I am proud to say it.
With Love,-Corey Blanchet
FIRST POST
Hi All,
You are now a part of a very unique organization - the "Corey's Mission" group on my laptop. This group will be receiving emails forwarded by me (his Dad) from Elder Corey Blanchet while he is gone serving the California Sacramento Mission for his church - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I will be sharing updates and info during the next two years (now that's a commitment on everyone's part) - possibly adventures - as they come in from the exceptional young man now known as "Elder Blanchet."
As a group you share little in common - at least on the surface. You differ widely in age, religion, and level of acquaintance with Corey. Some of you know him well as friends, classmates, and relatives - others only know of me and share the excitement and dedication only a parent can understand. Some of you are RMs (returned missionaries) and others don't even know what a mission is. No matter - Elder Blanchet (Corey) is out there in California and he is our common bond.
I will keep you updated as to his addresses and assignments. Most of the words you read will be his as I'll be trying to forward his messages verbatim.
Now for a quick summary of what to expect. Corey/Elder Blanchet has unlimited access to "snail mail" (so write him when you can) and extremely limited access to email - once per week at most for only a few minutes. So most of the time his family will be the recipient (time constraints), so don't be insulted or offended if you don't hear from him directly. Twice per year he is able to call home - Christmas and Mother's Day (Dads get snubbed again - sigh...or as he says, Oh Snap!), so his phone is now officially "OFF." As you can guess, he will be very focused on his mission - these rules help him. Remember - Corey volunteered to serve, so he knows what is expected and complies eagerly.
Missionaries really appreciate mail! For the next two-plus weeks (until December 2nd), Corey will be at the Missionary Training Center (MTC) in Provo, Utah preparing to go to the mission field in Sacramento, California. He has no access to email until after he gets to California, so the only news he'll get from anyone will be via the USPS.
Here's his address at the MTC, again until 12/02/2008:
ELDER COREY CHARLES BLANCHET
MTC Mailbox #207
CA-SAC 1202
2005 N. 900 E.
Provo, Utah 84604-1793
When I get the info on his assignment address, you will, too. The address will usually change every six weeks or so, but that is not etched in stone. Naturally, if you want out of this group, let me know.
To keep private data private, I will always BCC these emails - in fact, many of you are just an email address that Corey asked me to keep informed. Should you stick around, I think you'll find his messages interesting and uplifting.
That's it. Very little from me in the future (please hold the applause) - only from Corey. I'm sure I embarrassed him in some way, but that's kinda my job.
Thanks for reading.
Best regards, Art (Blanchet)
P.S. - Did I mention missionaries really like mail? Write when you can. Thanks again.
You are now a part of a very unique organization - the "Corey's Mission" group on my laptop. This group will be receiving emails forwarded by me (his Dad) from Elder Corey Blanchet while he is gone serving the California Sacramento Mission for his church - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I will be sharing updates and info during the next two years (now that's a commitment on everyone's part) - possibly adventures - as they come in from the exceptional young man now known as "Elder Blanchet."
As a group you share little in common - at least on the surface. You differ widely in age, religion, and level of acquaintance with Corey. Some of you know him well as friends, classmates, and relatives - others only know of me and share the excitement and dedication only a parent can understand. Some of you are RMs (returned missionaries) and others don't even know what a mission is. No matter - Elder Blanchet (Corey) is out there in California and he is our common bond.
I will keep you updated as to his addresses and assignments. Most of the words you read will be his as I'll be trying to forward his messages verbatim.
Now for a quick summary of what to expect. Corey/Elder Blanchet has unlimited access to "snail mail" (so write him when you can) and extremely limited access to email - once per week at most for only a few minutes. So most of the time his family will be the recipient (time constraints), so don't be insulted or offended if you don't hear from him directly. Twice per year he is able to call home - Christmas and Mother's Day (Dads get snubbed again - sigh...or as he says, Oh Snap!), so his phone is now officially "OFF." As you can guess, he will be very focused on his mission - these rules help him. Remember - Corey volunteered to serve, so he knows what is expected and complies eagerly.
Missionaries really appreciate mail! For the next two-plus weeks (until December 2nd), Corey will be at the Missionary Training Center (MTC) in Provo, Utah preparing to go to the mission field in Sacramento, California. He has no access to email until after he gets to California, so the only news he'll get from anyone will be via the USPS.
Here's his address at the MTC, again until 12/02/2008:
ELDER COREY CHARLES BLANCHET
MTC Mailbox #207
CA-SAC 1202
2005 N. 900 E.
Provo, Utah 84604-1793
When I get the info on his assignment address, you will, too. The address will usually change every six weeks or so, but that is not etched in stone. Naturally, if you want out of this group, let me know.
To keep private data private, I will always BCC these emails - in fact, many of you are just an email address that Corey asked me to keep informed. Should you stick around, I think you'll find his messages interesting and uplifting.
That's it. Very little from me in the future (please hold the applause) - only from Corey. I'm sure I embarrassed him in some way, but that's kinda my job.
Thanks for reading.
Best regards, Art (Blanchet)
P.S. - Did I mention missionaries really like mail? Write when you can. Thanks again.
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