February 5, 2010

Hello Family,

I wanted to thank you guys for the wonderful treats. The food here isn't horrible, but the side effects are...less than admirable.

For Mom: I cannot tell you how many rules for "the game" I have to follow. And I'm glad to hear about Jacob's fate, and am glad that the dogs are doing okay. I do miss them :-(

For Maggie: Take care of Lil' Red for me and I am praying hard for you. I know that this year of your life is one that you will look back on as a metamorphosis just like Zuko. And also, like him, it's the choices after this metamorphosis that will help you become who you want to become.

For Ellie: Good luck with Annie. I know you so want the part of Annie, but I still think you'd be a great Lily. Regardless of what you get, though, I'll be happy for you.

For Griffin: I miss my little bro so much. My piece of advice for you: Aim for Jacob's head.

For Dad: El CCM es tu brillante. Yo amo aqui. Mi companero es en bien. El nombre es Elder Winger donde de West Jordan, UT. El tiene mucho amar para todos. Comprendo espanal mas y mas. Ensenamos leccion uno ahora. El Espiritu Santo es tuvo alli y ensenamos muy bien. Yo se que Dios restaurado Su evanelio traves o Jose Smith (probably said wrong). Yo ano tu. En el nombre de Jesu Cristo, Amen.

For Grandpa and Grandma Asplund; One of the elders in my branch is a grandchild of Jerry. His name is Elder Travech...I think.

I can't wait for your next letter/package/picture. I love you and miss you all!

'Til next time... Ian Asplund

PS. Remember boys, flies spread disease.

Notes:

• I asked what the MTC is like. I guess there are lots of rules. Also, the reference to Jacob is a large cutout of Taylor Lautner who plays "Jacob Black" in the Twilight series. We move him around the house to scare people, but I guess Griffin and his friend, Alex, found a good use for him: target practice with Ian's Nerf guns. 
• Lil' Red is the kids' car. Zuko is a character from Avatar: The Last Airbender. Ellie received the part of "Grace" in the elementary school production of Annie.
• The PS is another reference to Band of Brothers.