Dear all,
I read and replied to the personal statement email before reading this one. I just read aloud your question about BYU, and the room (which currently has eight missionaries in it, most of which went to BYU) exploded with comments such as "Go to BYU!" and "It's the best place ever!" and "You'll find your eternal companion!" This is pretty standard pressure I'm feeling on all sides here from the Missionaries throughout the mission. Don't worry, though, I'd rather not go study in another country. If nothing else, I'd miss the Olympics. BYU can be a last resort if all else falls through, because I definitely want to start this year, and we wouldn't need to apply until after we hear back from all the British schools.
As far as a quote goes for my personal statement, I have no idea. How about "ACCEPT ME OR I'LL BURN THE UNIVERSITY DOWN!"? It'd certainly be eye-catching. Or how about my favourite Chinese proverb, "True gold does not fear the fire." Then we could explain, "This is a classic Chinese proverb, meaning that truth will always overcome opposition, and genuine integrity will shine through in the midst of challenges. Much like myself, because I am AMAZING!" Maybe leave off the bit about being amazing. But then Elder Liu points out that they won't know that I'm amazing...
The new year was fun for us - we ended up just talking in bed until midnight, and then very promptly fell asleep.
Time's up. This is officially my worst weekly email ever.
Lots of love,
Elder Loffhagen
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