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Hey Mom!

Now, don't be hassling too many people to write me. I really don't have time to write back so it is tough when people write because I feel bad for not writing back.

Moises and Graciela are still waiting...but in the meantime they are helping us to fellowship and begin teaching Graciela's brother, Santo. He is very intelligent and taught himself how to speak english. He is currently out of working and just looking for some light in a time of darkness. I am excited to help him out and get him feeling God's love.

My experience of the week would definitely have to be last night! I worked Christmas lights at the temple for the very first time and it was INCREDIBLE!!!!!! It is like playing on the home court. Almost all of the hispanics I talked to were kind, accepting, and willing to have missionaries over! I talked to one family at the end who is having a hard time in life. Mom, Dad, and Daughter all just lost their jobs and 4 other kids live at home. The mother was really open with me and told me about all the stresses of life and how she loved the lights because she felt a peace there at the temple she had never felt for a very long time. I did my very best to help her understand that she can have that peace all of the time by doing just a few simple things and making just a few changes. Her countanance changed immediately and what was a rather blank face, decided to crack a smile for a moment. I felt so much love for this lady that I do not know. I am starting to know what charity feels like. I am starting to be able to love people I do not even know and it feels INCREDIBLE! The worst part is loving some of these people, and then having them get anti-ed and tell us to never come back. It is kind of heart breaking.

Also, the Despain's were at the Christmas Light's last night! They snuck up on me and said hello. We chatted for a while and it was just really cool to see some familiar faces.

I also met an RM who served in Antofogasta Chile and was companions with Elder Nielsen. I think it was Cam, not Casey. I am not sure though. You can tell them that one of their sons companions said he is doing well and having a lot of success!

Thanksgiving was great. I like Mexican Stuffing way better than American Stuffing. I have no idea what is in it, but I like it, a lot. A mission is expanding my food horizons. I even get excited to eat salads now. I hate dressing though. I like oil and vinegar! Hahaha.

I love being here and this is for 100% sure the best thing I have ever done. Don't every worry about me. I am healthy, strong, and I have plenty to do/eat.

Well, I gotta go!

(Posted By Maddy)