Well
this week started off rough with Dolly dropping us. I forgot to tell you about
all the drama the previous week. Her ex-husband (who is now her care giver)
started screaming at us on the street. It was bad. He was threatening
to call the police and telling us that we were stealing her money and that she
never wanted us back. That was interesting, but then we went again when he
wasn't there and she said it wasn't true and that he's just a bit funny.
Then
when we went over on Monday and her neighbor started yelling at us. Dolly told
them to stop, but then when we came in she said she knows she should be more
courageous but she just can't handle it at her age. She loves us and said we
can come back whenever but she can't join a church right now. It was sad,
but it's part of life. I want to do her work after she dies. :)
In
contrast, we had GREAT lessons and progress with Haylee this week! She is
amazing. I honestly can't even believe it. We taught her about the law of
chastity (emphasis on modesty), word of wisdom, tithing, and fasting. All
things that can be a bit tricky but she loved them all. She has incredible
faith. She knows that whatever God asks is nothing compared to what He's
given to us. I feel so blessed to be taking a small part in this beautiful
process! She's getting baptized on Friday!!! She's so excited and set to go.
There are going to be heaps of people there. I can't wait.
She
came to church today and fasted with us! She is really just a part of the ward
now. Everyone in the ward is really excited about her baptism and there are two
other baptisms at that same time so I think it's really helped build the ward's
confidence and fire for missionary work.
I love
the Como ward. This has become my family. I didn't think a ward could be as
good as Mandurah, but it has been. It's been different, but I love the people
here. They have grown to love us too. Transfers are next week and everyone
keeps talking about how they don't want us to move. Two people bore their testimony
about how much they love missionary work and us and we have dinner appointments
every day this week (which is uncommon here. We used to get fed once a week if
we were lucky.)
I feel
so blessed to have the members’ support and their love. They're beautiful
people full of incredible stories that we have been able to learn from. I
couldn't have chosen a better place to spend the holidays.
We
also had interviews with President and this was by far my best one yet. I love
President Lindsay. He has so much wisdom and he really helped me feel uplifted
and blessed through speaking with him. I love Sister Lindsay as well. She and I
had a great talk while my comp was in her interview. She's the most positive
person I know. I love it!
Sister
T and I were also able to have some great chats about goal setting. She hasn't
set goals a lot in her life, and since our family is a bit goal-fanatic she
asked for my help. We had this whole long chat about how to set SMART goals and
how to do more then just set them, but to come up with a plan of action and
measuring system so that you make sure you actually achieve them. Then we took
it the step further and I helped her write affirmations. She was blown away.
It's changed her. It made me remember how great these tools actually are. She
actually loved it so much that she asked our DL if I could talk about it in
district meeting.
Of
course, I can't take any credit for it. I talked about Grandpa Tanner a lot. I
just didn't realize or remember how powerful these things actually are and it
helped me feel even more motivated to do it right. I am excited for the things
I'm going to accomplish this year, with the help of the Lord. I love the start
of a new year!
I love
you all. I am so thankful for the wonderful family I have and for the support
you all offer. Not just now, but throughout my whole life. I'm most especially
grateful for the way you all have raised me by example. Obviously my immediate family
but extended as well. For example, anytime I have to do a cleaning service
project that is less than desirable I think of Julie and how she doesn't cringe
at things she just rolls up her sleeves and does it! I love that about her. I
love you Jul! And mum with making it happen all the time. She doesn't let
anything stop her if she's determined, Dad's ability to talk with everyone,
Alan's energetic personality, Michelle's fashion and endurance. Scott's humor,
(really helps me get through) Matty's music, David's determination to
do things well, Jenna's loving heart, Kevin's ability to just be himself,
always, Alexis's fearlessness. You all are amazing. I am thankful for you
incredible examples. The list could go on and on. MAKE it a great week!
Heaps
of love,
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