My First PDay in Mexico CityMy di - February 29, 2020

Ola, I'm in Mexico. I met Elder Barker at the Pheonix airport, and we were glad that we flew together. They forgot us at the airport so we had to hang out for about 2 hours until my mom called and got someone to come. It was a little scary. He is from Hurricane. We also flew with the Arizona Diamondback players. On the plane everyone gave Elder Barker free food and stuff because he was a missionary. They didn't realize I was. Not used to Hermanas, I guess. The first night was rough, but now were all having a really good time. I love you much!!!!!! Mexico City is crazy, but its super fun. Its exactly like in the movies. All of the hills around us are filled with houses. It was pretty different when we were driving here from the airport. It is a scary city.  The Latinos always say Corona viruuuussss if we use Siracha, because it has Chinese letters on it. They are hilarious. They are only here for 3 weeks because they already speak the language. They try to get us to shake their hands and then say Corona Virus. No one is allowed to shake hands here because of it. To get in and out of the CCM you have to go through a ton of security all of the time. so it keeps us really safe so that is great. They check all of the IDs, under the car, and everything.  I cant sleep though because of the dogs barking and the sirens. There are a ton of parrots here, and they are really loud too. The first night I thought I was going to die lol. It is super hot and humid. I've never lived in humidity so that has been different. they say I have the best Spanish accent so that good. now its just memorizing vocab. We have a red bible. It has all of the Spanish words in it that we need. Everyone here only speaks Spanish so we use it a lot and a lot of times we just don't talk. They always say "speak the language" :). I have to memorize the first vision in Spanish. We cant drink any of the water. So, there are water dispensers in every corner and we fill up our water bottles. I am glad I am not using my contacts at the MTC. The white dots we have on our name tag are hilarious they always say bien Venitos we hate it. the CCM is the safest place to be in Mexico City. It feels like an abandoned city. There are roads, houses, and buildings, but no cars and very little people in the training center. Our apartments are crazy lol, but its fun.  There are usually 2000 missionaries here, but there are only 500 right now. Our district is the first time there have been more Hermanas than elders. So, that is cool. At least the first week is over. I have my testimony memorized in Spanish for the fast and testimony meeting. I have already filled up 1/2 of a journal. So, i am glad that I brought 4 of them.  I love all of my district. Most of them are from Utah. My pday will be on Wednesdays for the rest of my time in Mexico. 
Adios, 
Hermana Davis

The Hermanas in my district

My companion Hermana Hyde from Hawaii

CCM

My bed

Look who we found at the airport

driving through the city

Airport in Mexico City

Red Bible

She's a Missionary - February 23, 2020

I was set apart as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It was an amazing experience. Brodey, Sayre, Kate, Suzanne, Irene, and my mom and dad were able to be there. President Morris set me apart. 

You will be endowed with power and authority as the lords representative

Singular purpose and goal

Humility
Faith
Patience*

Go from relying on family to relying on the lord

Have fun

Lord can work with us when we are positive

The simple answer is Jesus Christ

Success is living by the spirit

Setting Apart:
A beloved daughter. He knows you. You have been valiant in keeping his commandments and he is grateful for the decision you have made to serve him and be an ambassador of the lord and savior Jesus Christ.
Bless you and your family for your dedication
Health and strength
That you will not be distracted or delayed in your desire to serve. Be protected from anyone or anything that would seek to harm you or distract you or have you deviate from the course that you are on.

Administration of angels to go before you and watch over and protect you. There are many who pray for you in this room and those on the other side of the veil.

Gift of tongues that they language will come quickly and that you will be able to share your testimony and experiences and especially your love.

Your ability to love gods children will expand. That you will be

Acclimate you’re your surroundings and that an

Abound in love with your companion. See them for their strengths and help them reach their full potential.

Gift of discernment— humbly seek the guidance of the spirit. That you will be able to bear a powerful bold testimony to those who seek the truth or seek to thwart the work of salvation.

Do not be worried about what you leave behind. Your family will grow and progress and be blessed.

You go with the love and faith and combined prayers of many and you will never be alone in this work. Draw upon the strength of the Lord and his power.

Gratitude for your desires to serve.

And... She's Off to the Mexico MTC! - February 27, 2020

Elly left early this morning to the Mexico MTC. She was excited and anxious all at the same time.  It is a big step and a hard day for all of us. She will be an amazing missionary, but we will miss having her around. 

"I am a Child of God, a Woman of Faith, a Warrior of Christ, I am the Storm."