The life of a missionary just keeps getting better. Training has definitely stretched myself, but I feel God's hand constantly supporting and guiding me. Sister Williams is so great! She is very teachable. Pretty much everything I say she writes it down (like off the movie The Best Two Years.) It makes me feel important, but don't worry, I'm not letting it get to my head. :) She is always open to feedback and she enjoys practicing (which makes my job easier). We get along great! As we continue to get to know one another I know we'll be great friends. There aren't a whole lot of specific stories from this week that are standing out to me to share. Winter is here! Snow on the ground, -3C, and falling. All I have to say, "Bring on the Canadian Winter!!!"
Saturday we were planning on stopping by a member who we felt we should see. Our plan was after dinner to head over there. I however, ended up on Auto pilot and got almost to the Whitemud Freeway when her name came to mind. "Michelle." "Oh no!" I thought, "We are already this far. She isn't even expecting us. What if we turn around, get all the way there and she's not even home?" I battled turning around for a minute when the thought came to mind, "You asked to be prompted more, here's a prompting." I concluded that I'd rather follow all the promptings I got then not and not have God trust me with more. So we turned around. We knocked on the door and her roommate Mallory answered, "Sorry, Michelle isn't here. Do you want to come in?" It dawned on me, we were here to see Mallory! So we went inside and had an amazing lesson with her. We shared the same scriptures we were planning on sharing with Michelle and it turns out one of them was her favorite. She never mentioned she was struggling or having a hard time, but I know that God knew we should see her. I'm glad I followed that prompting.
Sunday was a really neat day. Church was cancelled due to the Calgary Temple Dedication. We went to the 10am session. It was amazing! It was really cool to have Chris Keene (Recent Convert from August) there as well. He loved it and is super active. He is actually a ward missionary and loves everything about the Gospel. It was awesome to see him in a white shirt and tie, so excited to show us his white hanky with the Calgary Temple embroidered on it. The Dedication itself was amazing! President Monson gave the Dedicatory prayer. President Monson shared a story about a family friend. A young mother (of about 6 or so young kids) passed away. He attended the viewing the night before her funeral. As he walked in he saw one of the youngest daughters. Excited to see President Monson she ran to him, "Brother Monson Come see Mommy." She then directed him to the casket where her mother peacefully lay. "Isn't she pretty?" President Monson began to cry. The young girl looked up at him, "You shouldn't cry. Before Mommy died she said, 'Don't cry. We're a forever family." I couldn't hold back the tears as President Monson related this story. I know that my own mother wouldn't want me to cry. I know that we are a forever family. I know that Mom is happy and at peace, that she isn't experiencing pain, heartache, or temptation anymore. I know that she is still here with us. We are Forever Family! We will see our loved ones again! We have this hope because of the Savior. He broke the bands of death. He overcame our weaknesses. He is our Mediator and advocate with the father. I know this because I have had the Spirit witness this to me. I know this because I have a calm assurance that everything is going to be alright. Does that mean that I don't have hard days? No. But through the Atonement of Jesus Christ we can be comforted.
I love you all! This church is True! I'm grateful the opportunity I have to be an instrument in God's hands at this time. It's going by way to quickly.
Thank you so much for getting me Cyrena's address. I appreciate it! If you could get her email too and get it to Dad to forward my emails that would be great!!! Hopefully everything goes well for you in the next week! I love you!!! (Tell matt to take a well deserved nap!)
Yeah he fell. It was and has been a very sad situation but he's a trooper! We've gone over there a few times to keep him company. Alex is afraid of him for some reason. It must be the oxygen tube coming out of his nose but he doesn't like going over to him. Eventually he will go give him a hug but then he runs away. Evan seems a little concerned or something. He doesn't go over to him much either but he understands that he's hurting. Hopefully he will be back to his normal self soon, or at least half normal.
This is what Cyrena said to me after I asked for her contact info:
Hi Elise! Thanks for letting me know! I should be a better friend, and get her a letter soon. My address is 330 E 700 N 6B Provo UT 84606 Thanks!
There's really nothing going on other then Matt is sick. He's worn out with all the work he's putting in to help dad get the house ready and all his other responsibilities and service he's giving people. His body just needs to recoup.
I still have yet to read your last email. I hope you're doing great and are there any changes?
Evan- "I love Laura; she loves me. We love Leanna yes sir-ee! They love us and so you see, WE ARE A HAPPY FAMILY!!!
Dad fell!?!?! That's so sad! Is he okay!? I was actually wondering why he hadn't written so thanks for the scoop. That's so crazy! I emailed him, but tell him I love him!! And that I'm praying for him. No worries. The weeks go by. You saw Cyrena?!?!?! Are you friends with her on facebook>? If so, get her mailing address. I have a letter just waiting for an address to send it to her but I don't have a way to get a hold of her. ha ha ha good to know. I hope there isn't. She has to write me first!!! can you really look into getting a hold of her and then let me know asap? Thanks!
I have a little message from dad so you don't wonder why he hasn't written you this week. Yesterday we spent the day clearing out the entire basement and most of upstairs in preparation of getting the basement finished and getting new carpet upstairs. On the last load to the storage unit, dad was helping Matt take off an item. He some how stepped off the ramp at the top and fell. He ended up breaking 3 ribs :( but he's fine. He will be sore for the next 6 to 8 weeks but he says he will be good as new when you return home :). He's in good spirits. He's in the hospital for pain relief and to make sure he stays in stable condition. Laura is staying with him.
Sorry for my lack of emails from me the past 2 weeks. There doesn't seem to be anything to report but thats' no excuse to not write so I'm sorry. I'm just busy with motherhood and being a wife. I saw Cyrena (sp?) at the Temple last week. We didn't talk to each other because I didn't want to disturb her. She never looked my way so I don't know if she saw me or not. She looks like she's doing well. No ring on her left finger in case you were wondering ;).
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