I am in limbo right now:  I am waiting for my house to sell and my mission call to come.

I've talked with the Bishop and the Stake President; my papers are now in Salt Lake.  I understand it can take two to six weeks before I hear back.  In the meantime, my townhome is now on the market.  You could say that I am currently in a holding pattern.

Step 1 completed:  I have turned in my papers.  Next I talk with the Bishop.  After that I am interviewed by the Stake President, then my papers are sent on the Salt Lake.