Transfers went pretty well. I went from a place to where I could see the some of the ocean to a place thats 2300 meters above sea level, and I think thats about 7000 feet or so, but Im not exactly sure. So things are a little different, but still good. The work is a lot harder here. I was in a city called Coatepeque, and I had some success there, all due to the help of the Lord, 4 baptisms. It was easier there. Here its very different. Our area is huge, and my companion and I are in charge of two tiny branches, one is the Serchil branch by our house with an attendence of 27 last week, and the other is the Laguna Seca branch, with an attendence of 35 last week. We are the counselors to the branch president here in Serchil, too, We count tithing and make the agenda for sacrament meeting and all the fun counselor stuff. And here, everyone is a farmer, everyone. The houses are so spread apart, and our area is huge, with places that take an hour or two to get there in bus. But Im here for a reason, and I pray that I can help this place grow. My companion is one of the district leaders up here. His name is Elder Lagos, and hes from Costa Rica. Hes a really good Elder. My health is good, and it always has been actually, now that I think about it, so dont worry about that. still part of the family. I read a quote from one of the prophets, saying that missionary work and temple work are exactly the same. You are helping with heavenly Fathers great purpose, to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. regarding your prayers. Pray like youre talking with Him face to face. He is our Father, and not some mysterious force that just wants to be thanked for such and such, or one that grants wishes or petitions. Dont just address Him, ask Him to bless the food. One member gave a really good talk about this, and she said that whenever she gives a prayer, she always waits a couple seconds before she says amen. I love you Mom.
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