How are you guys doing? I don't know whether to say "Wow, it has already been a week?" or "Wow, it has ONLY, been a week?" Both are good though. I feel like so much has happened here and I am loving it!
My companions name is Hermana Tapia. She was born in Mexico and Spanish is her fist language but she has lived in Utah for most of her life. She is from West Valley mom! Is honestly is the best companion I could have hoped for. She is patient, funny, dedicated to the work, and so much more. The mission rules here are a little bit different and more strict which was hard to get used to at first, but I am realizing how much they help me. President Van Cott stresses obedience and from what I have seen, the missionaries listen and are very blessed for it. We work very hard and the Lord blesses us and our areas in return.
So, it turns out that I was the only girl in a group of 11 missionaries. Isn't that funny? It was so weird to be the only girl and ended up being with either Sister Van Cott or her daughter Grace. It was fun. The Elders are all very nice from what I could tell. My first area is technically called Rialto 3rd C. However, it makes it easier to say that I am in Colton California. I am in the Spanish ward and the members are really wonderful. It is a little difficult with the Spanish but I am working my hardest. Hna Tapia really helps me learn how to teach and her attitude makes me want to learn! I love it.
We have a lot of great investigators here. The big problem we have is "good old Mexican Pride" as Hna Tapia calls it. People are just stubborn. We know they are feeling the Spirit but that they don't want to change. It makes me want to be a better person so that I can be more receptive to the Spirit as well. Did I tell you how happy I am? I feel like this is my mission. I feel the peace that I realized I didn't feel before. It is amazing what the Lord does for us.
Some fun facts, we drive a 2014 Toyota Corolla. It is super nice. I wouldn't mind having one when I get home! My apartment is pretty nice and we have some nice neighbors. This area reminds me a lot of West Valley which is interesting. I have heard that I am in a gang populated area but I haven't been or felt like I have been in danger which is really nice.
There are six people in my district and three of us are new. I was talking to Elder Rodrigues and we just laughed about how he had just realized that sisters had rules as well. (Such as one person backing out the car with the other person directing... and so forth.) I like my district a lot. It is super hot here by the way. It is nice to have a car because sometimes I feel like I might melt!
Well, that is all for this week! I love you all so much!
Happy birthday yesterday Zack!
The Lord loves you!
Hermana Morey
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| Last picture from before she left! |
