Well I apologize in advance...this is going to be a short letter. Thats not to say this week hasnt been good...I have learned more in this past week about my purpose as a missionary than I have the rest of my mission combined. Much of that has come through me on my knees....but the Lord has definitely answered my prayers in diverse ways.
On Tuesday I got an opportunity to have lunch and an interview with President Lanius. He truly is a wonderful man, and I already have a ton of respect and love for him. I treasured the opportunity to interview with him. He said that he was excited to finally get me to his mission (he had been reading my weekly letters to my Alabama Mission President). It truly is a privilege to be here and to learn how the Lords work functions here.
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| Sitting next to the Presidents desk! |
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| Our dryer |
My portuguese is developing exponentially. I can communicate almost anything that is gospel related. My ability to understand is about half that of my ability to speak....It will come....I have 2 years to figure that out. I had an opportunity to give a blessing in portuguese....that was a bit choppy, but it was definitely a wonderful experience knowing that the power and authority is the same no matter what the words said were.
The food here has not been a problem at all. The lunches here which the members provide everyday are absolutely amazing.....chicken, mashed potatoes, rice, beans, guarana (soda), spaghetti, fresh juice. I really dont have much to complain about.
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| lunch time! rice, beans, chicken, steak...for about 3 bucks too...it was darn good |
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| view from the mission home....absolutely gorgeous....there home was beautiful...without a doubt the nicest living situation i will see for 2 years |
I would love to write more and am sorry I cannot....my time is limited this week. I am progressing each day in my ability to understand and speak portuguese, to serve others, and to understand why the Lord has sent me here. I truly am blessed beyond comprehension to be here and to be having this experience. Have a great week everyone. I love you all.
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