Do apostles read 'fan mail'

[Soul_Searcher]

I really want to write to Dieter Uchdorf as he spoke here in the U.K on Sunday for our stake conference, it was broadcast to the whole U.K (What did anyone else think from the U.K?) Well it had a big effect on me and I feel a lot of love for the man and really want to write to him. I dont expect a reply but do they read it?? If its some secretary then I wont bother.

[pam]

I would imagine (not that I really know for sure) that it's probably a secretary that opens these. I can't imagine that the men in these positions have the time to open every piece of mail to read them. Just my opinion but what do I know?

[beefche]

I think Pam is right. But, I also believe (I've heard it somewhere, but it may be inaccurate) that mail is routed back to the local authorities. Many times people write the GAs with the intent of asking doctrinal or administrative questions and the GAs refer those questions to local leaders. So I don't know how to get a "fan" letter to a GA.

Try asking your Stake President? Maybe he knows the special wording to put on the front of the envelope ("Yo Herr Uchtdorf! No questions only kudos" or something ) or where to send it.

[miztrniceguy]

I once wrote a letter to President Monson about 8 yrs ago regarding one of his books. I got a letter back that may have been written by a secretary and signed by him.

[skippy740]

If they don't read the letters, how do they get such great material for their general conference talks?

I dare you to find ONE talk by President Monson that doesn't reference a letter of some kind.

[pam]

Oh my gosh..A dare...a challenge I LOVE it. I will get right on it.

[pam]

Be Your Best Self

Be of Good Cheer

Until We Meet Again

Finding Joy in the Journey

Until We Meet Again

Examples of Righteousness

Looking Back and Moving Forward

Is that enough?

[ploomf]

That means we need to send President Monson more letters Pam! Obviously the poor man needs more material. Come on guys we're failing in our duty to our prophet!

[pam]

Ploomf I like you. You have a wonderful sense of humor and a great wit. Thanks for making me laugh tonight.

[ploomf]

Ah thanks pam, I like your posts too. :) I've had fun tonight, I think this world would be a happier place if people laughed more, sure cheers me up when I need it.

[Lost_one]

I really want to write to Dieter Uchdorf as he spoke here in the U.K on Sunday for our stake conference, it was broadcast to the whole U.K (What did anyone else think from the U.K?) Well it had a big effect on me and I feel a lot of love for the man and really want to write to him. I dont expect a reply but do they read it?? If its some secretary then I wont bother.

I felt the same way when I was watching his talk. He is very funny and charming. He also has a wonderful spirit about him. The other speakers were good too. He is welcome to come back and talk again, if he wants. He now officially has my permission.

[pam]

But to Soul_Searcher..heck send your letter. I wouldn't think it a waste of time in either way...at least you've sent your thoughts and who knows? Maybe he will get it.

[goofball]

I would say if you are going to do that then keep a copy of the letter that you are going to send. It would be cool to have the letter you sent as well as any response that you got together.

[pam]

He now officially has my permission.

Then I can bet for sure he will be back to speak.