Last we heard Sam is still at the MTC in Provo. He said that one missionary got his visa and was on a plane to brazil the next morning. So, we are hoping that he will be able to call from the airport, or at least the missionary president or someone will let us know when he leaves the country!

For New Year's the Elders in his district counted down to the New Year at 7:00 PM because Sao Paulo is 5 hours ahead, and then they drank some martinelli's.

The language is coming well, and he says thanks for everyone who has sent him letters and packages, and to keep them coming!