Well, we found my companion [his new companion was lost with the transfer!], and he is e-mailing right now so, I thought I would sent a note about some missionary item suggestions for Weston.
Mission items
Suitcases- Dont need to be nice. Wheels are handy, but they break. They should be big, but do not need to be huge.
Belt- one is enough
Writing things- Do not bring too many papers, pens, envelopes, ect... you can buy most of it at the MTC [Mission Training Center in Provo, UT] (for way cheap) or in the field
Scriptures- If you think you may want a New Set of Scriptures, a Hymn Book, or anything like that, wait until you get to the MTC. You can buy it all there at production cost, so a new set of scriptures is way cheap. I would suggest leaving your scriptues and buying a small, leatherbound quad at the MTC. This includes Deseret Book Journals too. If you can buy it at Deseret Book, wait until the MTC. It will be way cheaper.
Ties- Dont bring a lot on your mission, six or eight is fine. Polyester is the best. Plus, you will get plenty on your mission. Also, they will get worn out, so do not take your favorite ties on your mission.
Shoes- Get good shoes that fit. Dont need to be expensive, but should be nice and durable. Rockports and Eccos seems to me to hold up well. They cost a little more, but seem to be worth it.
Socks- I am not really sure. I have nice socks, but I think I could survive without them. The goldtoe socks are nice and comfortable, breath in the summer and are warm in the winter. The ones from MissionaryMall are my favorite though. The are awesome. They are a little thick, but have a meshlike top.
Rainjacket- Dont bring. Buy a small umbrella once you get to your mission.
Suits- Good ones that fit.
Shirts- White. Does not matter too much what kind, but if you are going to buy new ones, the Stanford shirts are my favorite. Do not bring too many. Here in the ČR, seven short sleeved and five long are a good number, I do not need or want any more.
P-day/excersice/service clothes- Dont bring too many, three shirts, two excercise shorts, and a pair of jeans, plus a sweatshirt are enough. Bring ones that you would be too sad if you left them in your mission when going home.
Backpack- I like the messenger bag best, but I dont use a bike. A smaller, one big pocket Jansport would be a good backpack. Does not matter too much though.
Books- Only take the missionary reference library and your standard works, and only one copy of each book. Books are heavy and take up space, but you need them.
Mission items
Suitcases- Dont need to be nice. Wheels are handy, but they break. They should be big, but do not need to be huge.
Belt- one is enough
Writing things- Do not bring too many papers, pens, envelopes, ect... you can buy most of it at the MTC [Mission Training Center in Provo, UT] (for way cheap) or in the field
Scriptures- If you think you may want a New Set of Scriptures, a Hymn Book, or anything like that, wait until you get to the MTC. You can buy it all there at production cost, so a new set of scriptures is way cheap. I would suggest leaving your scriptues and buying a small, leatherbound quad at the MTC. This includes Deseret Book Journals too. If you can buy it at Deseret Book, wait until the MTC. It will be way cheaper.
Ties- Dont bring a lot on your mission, six or eight is fine. Polyester is the best. Plus, you will get plenty on your mission. Also, they will get worn out, so do not take your favorite ties on your mission.
Shoes- Get good shoes that fit. Dont need to be expensive, but should be nice and durable. Rockports and Eccos seems to me to hold up well. They cost a little more, but seem to be worth it.
Socks- I am not really sure. I have nice socks, but I think I could survive without them. The goldtoe socks are nice and comfortable, breath in the summer and are warm in the winter. The ones from MissionaryMall are my favorite though. The are awesome. They are a little thick, but have a meshlike top.
Rainjacket- Dont bring. Buy a small umbrella once you get to your mission.
Suits- Good ones that fit.
Shirts- White. Does not matter too much what kind, but if you are going to buy new ones, the Stanford shirts are my favorite. Do not bring too many. Here in the ČR, seven short sleeved and five long are a good number, I do not need or want any more.
P-day/excersice/service clothes- Dont bring too many, three shirts, two excercise shorts, and a pair of jeans, plus a sweatshirt are enough. Bring ones that you would be too sad if you left them in your mission when going home.
Backpack- I like the messenger bag best, but I dont use a bike. A smaller, one big pocket Jansport would be a good backpack. Does not matter too much though.
Books- Only take the missionary reference library and your standard works, and only one copy of each book. Books are heavy and take up space, but you need them.
Watch- A durable, inexpensive one is best.
Other things- Avoid a lot of things. You don't need them. Do not feel like you need to fill up your suitcases. Remember, you will acquire a lot of things on your mission.
First Aid- Some bandaids, neosporin, and ibuprofin are enough. Unless you go to a poor country, everything else can be purchased easily.
Other things- Avoid a lot of things. You don't need them. Do not feel like you need to fill up your suitcases. Remember, you will acquire a lot of things on your mission.
First Aid- Some bandaids, neosporin, and ibuprofin are enough. Unless you go to a poor country, everything else can be purchased easily.
Towel- One is enough. Two take up too much space.
Sheets- Good to have your own, but plan on leaving them behind when you go home.
Don't bring a two year supply of most things. You can get more during your mission, either from home or from a store, ie envelopes, soap, razors, paper, candy, extra clothes,
Don't bring a two year supply of most things. You can get more during your mission, either from home or from a store, ie envelopes, soap, razors, paper, candy, extra clothes,
When it comes to deciding if you might need something on your mission, ask yourself if you want to carry it around for two years. If the answer is no, do not bring it.
With your call packet, you will likely receive a packing list. For the most part, and especially if you are going to a developed country, you do not need most of it. Mainly you do not need the huge first aid kit they suggest, or all of the white shirts they say you need.
Well, if I think of anything else I will let you know.
Love,
Joseph
With your call packet, you will likely receive a packing list. For the most part, and especially if you are going to a developed country, you do not need most of it. Mainly you do not need the huge first aid kit they suggest, or all of the white shirts they say you need.
Well, if I think of anything else I will let you know.
Love,
Joseph
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