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Dad... Happy Father's Day and Birthday! I want you to know that I love you. I really do look up to you in every way. Especially now, while I'm a missionary, knowing that you were the best missionary in the world. I often think about your counsel and advice to me. I hold it dear to my heart. You truly are my hero. I am so happy to be your son. I don't deserve the most wonderful father... but I have one. One that I can always count on and trust. With anything. I hope you can still feel my love and respect through the couple hundred of miles between us.

I want you to know that I had a good week. I am tired... and I am having the time of my life. I'm learning so much. It's a lot different here. Most of the week we were meeting with President Wilson about training the mission and what we need to change and update before President Bonham arrives. Also, drum roll please... I am staying in the WEM (Washington Everett Mission) with my good old friend, Elder Draper. Found out last night. I'm stoked. We just have some excel sheets to work up today and we're heading out on a hike. It's going to be a good day. I miss you. I miss you a lot. I really love you. I hope you are all happy, healthy, and blessed. I pray for you every day. Thanks for writing me last week, Momma and Papa. I loved hearing about your cruise. Lindsay, Joe, thanks so much for emailing me. I printed them off and am about to read them when I can find the time. I can't wait. I owe you all a good letter next week I know. I would love to hear from you soon (: Have a great week.

Elder Merrill