Mom,
This week was hard. It was awesome,
but it was hard. We had a whole bunch of meetings, and I got to see my MTC
district again, which was great. I got a picture, but now I don't know when
I'll see them again, but I know I will. I learned so much at these meetings.
It's incredible to be able to receive inspiration for our investigators and for
our area. President and Sister Gelwix gave their last training on Wednesday, so
that was hard, but Sister Gelwix mentioned to me how much she had seen me
change in the last three weeks since I'd gotten here and that she wanted me to
come visit, or something along those lines. President Gelwix said, "I have
seen you change in three weeks. You are going to be fine." It really
helped me to remember that I will be okay, and I've tried to remember that this
whole week.
We didn't have any success this
week. Or that's how it feels. Our numbers were down, and I know I shouldn't
focus on them, but the numbers represent people, and we didn't have those people.
It was hard, especially when Elder Grisenti, our district leader, called us and
asked what happened. He sounded so disappointed and I felt so...disappointed
and ashamed, I guess. I don't want to be a disappointment and I know that as
long as I continue to strive to do my best, we will be able to yield the best
results. And I know that all of your prayers are helping. I can definitely feel
them and I know what power they have.
My ankle is fine, by the way. It is
mostly healed now, but we're probably going to see the guy who owned the dog
this week. It's okay though. He will become a new investigator! Our plans for
the Fourth are as yet up in the air. If we don't have members who will take us
in for the night, we have to be in our apartment by 6:30. I will go stir crazy.
But we think that the Kuhns, some of the most amazing members ever, will let us
come over to their house, maybe watch a movie and fireworks with them. It'll be
fun!
OH! I almost forgot.
Did I tell you that Jenny Grunke emailed me? She emailed me last week and she
said that she was proud of me and also that two sister missionaries knocked on
her door. She let them in because she thought of me! Isn't that just the
coolest thing ever?? It made my day!
My EFY CDs should be in one of the
big CD cases by the TV. I'm pretty sure I put them in the less full one. If you
can't find them, you can always buy gospel music CDs for me :)
I love the Ensign! I can't read it
until after my training period, but I'm excited that we get them. I'm glad you
shared that quote with me because I needed it. I felt like a total failure this
week and I don't like feelings that way. I am striving everyday to find those
people who are prepared and I am striving to become exactly obedient. I know
God is aware of that.
I'm so glad that I have the support
of my family. It has been a blessing and I know that you are always going to be
there for me. Also, I have been praying for Dad because I know he is at Scout
Camp this week and he was probably really stressed. Like always.
I love you!
Always <3,
Sister Abigail Reese
Dad,
This week was hard, but I know that
I will do better in the upcoming week. We had 0's in our key indicator report
and that meant that we didn't teach any nonmembers. It was hard to face that
reality and I was so disappointed in myself. Then Elder Grisenti, our district
leader, called and he sounded disappointed and it was hard to handle. We can
always do better and I know that we will as we continue on with faith in God
and Christ and with love for those we are serving.
I remembered you were going to scout
camp this week so I was praying because I know how stressed out you get while
you are getting ready to go. I wasn't sure if Hunter was going with you this
year or not, but I assumed not since he has summer school.
(We went to see West Side Story at the Nampa Civic Center) Was that the one Karinya was in? I'm
sad I didn't get to see it, but I bet it was good. The storyline is messed up,
but it is so true how the world is. I am working hard to touch the lives of
many while I am here and I know I can do it as I rely on Christ.
That dog is such an idiot sometimes.
(She is talking about our beloved dog, Duke :) But he's so funny and strange and I miss him. I have decided that I don't like
small dogs. Because of the one that bit me actually. I miss my German Shepherd
mix dog. Oh, we met a guy who had a German shepherd/lab mix. He kind of looked
like Duke but his fur was a little lighter. I wish I could have gotten a
picture. He reminded me of Duke a lot.
Was Albuquerque hot?? (Bill went to Albuquerque for work) It's supposed
to get up to 112 degrees this week here in Fresno! I'm not really looking
forward to it. But God will protect us.
So my companion just found out her
best friend's family is moving to Middleton soon! Their last name is Garrett.
You'll have to look out for them!
Dad, I love you and I know that you
are praying for me. I can feel you prayers. Thank you so much for all you have
done and do for me. I love you!
Always <3,
Sister Abigail Reese
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