I wanted to post an email that Kelsi sent on Saturday because she was leaving on Monday. We got to talk to her for about 30 minutes yesterday from the airport. She emailed us today to let us know she arrived in El Salvador. So I think I figured out one of the reasons why I came out when I came. I could have been in a district with a companion that is going to El Salvador. Probably in Provo or where ever they may be. I could have gone in September, or October. But I didnt. I came to the Mexico MTC July 23 so I can have my district, and have Hermana OBrien as my companion. Over these past six weeks, I have grown so close to Hermana OBrien. I was so scared before I came out here that I would get someone that I didnt like or get along with. I was scared that I would get someone that I cant be me around. Heavenly Father knew that I would get so homesick and I would be so sad. He knew that this would be so hard for me. So He blessed me with Hermana OBrien. He made sure that we were together when we first came out. Because He knew what was best for both of us. Hermana OBrien was telling me that she was wondering why she was going three months later than she wanted. We both have grown so much together these past six weeks. I have gained a new best friend, someone that I want to make sure she is in my life forever. We are always talking and goofing around, when its acceptable. We have had many laughs and we have had many times where we would talk and just have the spirit so strongly. I cant remember a time where I have prayed so much, or felt the spirit so much. Today I have been having a rough day saying goodbye. Its really hard. I thought saying goodbye to you guys would be the end of it. But, its not. I still have a whole year and a half of saying goodbye! Oh boy. Something I have learned a lot over these past few weeks is I CAN do this. The Lord knows that I will be able to teach the people in Santa Ana, El Salvador. Even when I think I cant. I have been really struggling hard with the language. I wonder why Heavenly Father sent me to El Salvador, why He sent me Spanish speaking! I feel stupid and dumb because I cant get it. But then I remember, the Lord knows me so well. He knows that I can do this. There is someone that needs to hear the gospel and I am the one to teach them. I CAN do this. I am so grateful I decided to go on a mission. Yesterday, we had a bunch of meetings preparing us to go out into the field. One thing that stuck out to me was miracles. When I first came out, I didnt even know how to say a sentence or prayer. But, now, I pray, I can bear my testimony, I can teach a lesson, and I can give a talk in Spanish. Not very well, but, it is so much better than when I did. I love being on a mission. The Lord will always be by my side. He will never leave me alone because I am doing His work. I am so grateful every day that I am here. I cant wait to get into the field and be in El Salvador on Monday. I know that this is what I am supposed to do, and where I am supposed to be.
Posted on: Wed, 03 Sep 2014 01:31:43 +0000
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