Week 40

May 25, 2009

Hey!

Before you ask, yes the charges are mine!

Progress on the temperature situation. Well, I had the worst possible week on the mission. I was visiting the bathroom quite frequently during the day and night, puking out my guts. Digestive issue. Might have been due to lack of gall bladder. Temperature, getting better.*Anyways, I have seen the plumber syndrome here many times. Ace sure does seem to stick his nose into things he shouldn't...still. (mom wrote - *Plumber: We had a plumber come over to fix the bathtub's leaky faucet. Okay, I have heard about plumbers pants but never really took it seriously. Now I do. The very pleasant, tall, thirtyish plumber was nice enough to remove his high top, lace up shoes at the doorway. But, as he squatted down and bent over, is was obvious his low riding pants were a little big for him. Startled at the flesh flash, I monetarily lost control of Ace. You know Ace loves new odors. Instantly he had his nose where it had no business. I was so embarrassed. With great effort I hauled Ace into the extra room for penitence. But, because I don’t think he could repent, the door was tightly closed. Although a worded sign, “No customers allowed to observe while work is in progress” was not posted, the message was clear. Observe the plumber at your own risk. The faucet does not drip any longer.)

(mom wrote - Any words of wisdom you would like to share with our ward? Your dad and I are the main speakers for the 31st of May. We are to speak about Missionary Work. Since we have been given the general topic, I thought a little bit of speaking to the future missionaries would be a good idea. Plus, I am thinking about speaking to the mothers of future missionaries. Shortened, that would be “Mothers, you have a very difficult task ahead of you.”) Missionary work huh? You could talk about the power of words, examples, the actions we do, there are many. Something I have focused on is fear and doubt. Go over all the scriptures in the Topical Guide, pray about those things, and you can get a talk. One of my favorites is Joshua 1:9. But if you really want some good sources, just look in Preach My Gospel. Talk to the Young Men's President, Bro. Kipfer I think. He can get you one. If you mention what you can do as members of the church and state the importance of it, you will have a great talk. If people actually start doing what you say, you will see the Elders back in the ward. I can promise you that.

I'm starting to cook more. Scary thought huh? Don't worry, I know how. I do eat things other than Mac and Cheese. Usually rice, corn, beans, tuna, chicken, anything that sounds good. It is healthier than what would be eaten! Yay!

Trust me when I say I know what you are going through. I can tell because of the title. *64 weeks to go? Good grief. Also, every ward has at least two missionaries on a mission, so we meet those mothers every Sunday. We think it's funny because we know our moms are back at home doing the same thing. Hey, we get fed really good here because of it! If I can do missionary work 24/7, you can wait for 2 years. Keep yourself busy and it will fly by. (mom wrote - *I titled this week's e-mail week 40 - 64 to go)

To the Young Men and Women. Thanks for the letters and the supplies! Helps save on the budget I have here. The candy...built up my little (HUGE) stash of candy. Hey! You all need to get ready to go on a mission! Start now! You will not regret it if you get to know the lessons you share right now. I guarantee you that. Always be of good courage and never lower your standards. It is those standards that make you an example to others. Read Joshua 1:9. You will understand.

Love you all!

Elder Austin Waller