The morning finally arrived. Since Dad was Jon's companion, they arose and had companionship scripture study, prayer and then went out tracting in the neighborhood. Just kidding. The morning was spent making final preparations. The suitcase was zipped up for the final time. Jon requested that his last breakfast be at Mimi's Cafe. Jon ate an omelet, a hot blueberry muffin, and a glass of orange juice. After breakfast, Mom, Dad, Jon, and Laura were off to the MTC. Jon checked in and was given his name badge, but it wouldn't fit in his pocket because his front pocket still had the stitching in the seam and it was sewn shut. Apparently, they were in good company - all the new missionaries had forgotten to pick out the seam. The MTC staff passed out seam rippers and moms fixed the pockets so that the name badges would fit. The missionaries were then herded into the large auditorium to watch the famous "Mormon-ads". They were given council by the MTC presidency to make their goodbyes quick like ripping off a band aid quickly so it won't hurt so bad. Jon quickly said his goodbyes and gave one final hug. Laura only got a handshake - mission rules - just kidding! Jon then went quickly through the door. Mom, Dad, and Laura sat in the auditorium and cried. It was a long car ride back to South Jordan! Good Luck, Jon!
Breakfast at Mimi's Cafe
Jon's last meal
At the MTC
Gifted and Talented Missionaries know to pull the door open, not push!
Getting instructions from a very experienced missionary.
Mom realizing his pocket is sewn shut.
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