Wow, you are the best, i must say! some things never change, no matter how many years go by!
mom, i'm sure the Spirit helped you say exactly what you needed to in that talk. thank you for reminding me of what's important. as we got stuck in traffic earlier, i read Pres. Uchtdorf's talk "Of Regrets and Resolutions". it was beautiful. i love the messages of general conference so inspired and inspiring.
because of traffic and a delayed district meeting earlier, as well as Philippinos who love to light of really big--and prob illegal--fireworks as soon as the sun goes down, i don't even have an hour to email you, so forgive me if this is brief. we have a 6pm curfew bc that's when it will get dark--and it's past 5 now and i still need to email President Stucki.
anyway, Mom, i am so proud of you. thank you for being an example of following the Spirit and praying with faith. i know that faith-filled prayer is immediately followed by faith-filled action--and that's something i am striving to do better: to pray and act in faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. And don't you fret about that sweet old lady. she may or may not be right about what should be sung in primary, but that song is just so funny and i'm sure the kids had a blast :) plus, no one should treat my mother that way, even if they have an opinion to share. i'm sorry... i can feel what you must have felt in that moment and it's not a fun experience to imagine. i inherited the waterworks from you and i know what would have followed had i been you in that situation ;) you're so cute, ma.
i'm sooooooo glad alyssa's doing better!~!!!!!! i could definitely tell!!!!!!! it was so good to see you all. it went by in a blink. i can't even describe how delicous the feeling was just to see and talk with you.
as for the work... i'm having a few personal challenges. i'm learning that outside circumstances really don't effect happiness and that true success is measured by our desire and dedication to our purpose. sometimes the results are not what we expect. others may judge or say things that may be true or false. of course we can find things to improve and change to be and do better. but we should not let the disappointments discourage us. we are entitled to the Lord's help in his work and we need to trust that he will help us and act on the help he gives. nothing can stop the work of the Lord.
we have a wonderful investigator who is progressing so beautifully. she has been prepared in every way. she is changing and her friends are noticing. she is also sharing the things she's learning with others. she is a choice spirit and such a sweet person. we're so blessed to be a part of helping her become converted. what you said, mom, really makes sense about conversion and goals. i completely agree!
i'm so sad that you've gathered for special Christmas celebrations and have no note or anything to read the family from me. i have been such a slacker... i'm so sorry. please know that i'm going to respond to all those who have so generously sent their love and support. i love you allllll sooooooo muuuuuch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
wow, alexxa's getting married?~!?? wow~~\\\!!! congratulations alexxa!!
ah, daddy!!!!!!!! i just got a REALLY good laugh out of your hysterical email! you are soooo funnnn! :D hehee thank you, Dad! i'm so glad to know you and ma still have your tootsies and that your spelling is still sooperb :D
Aaron, my answer to your questions is : OF COURSE! haha :) i'm so glad to hear of your Christmas miracle! it's so good to hear you're happy and doing well. keep it up! keep it up!
i love you, family! please forgive me, i'll tell you more about the work and everything next week. have a super new year celebration, be safe, and give each other hugs and kisses from me!
love sister r
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