Semaine Cinq

FAMILY! Can you even believe that I have already been here for 5 weeks? I know everyone tells you that the MTC time passes quickly but you don't believe it until it happens. We only have 3 more weeks left and it only makes me want to work harder. I am going to be in Belgium in no time at all!

JOSH! I can't believe you. I got your letter and opened it in the bookstore. I literally screamed in excitement for your 'mission call,' only to fin out that you made the whole thing up! I guess I can forgive you, that being the Christ-like thing to do:) I am so happy your papers are in and I CAN'T wait to hear where and when you are going. Maybe you'll get to be in the MTC with Roy. Is he learning some crazy African dialect? AHHH you are going to love it here. I love you. Keep working hard and preparing. I wish I had spent more time studying Preach My Gospel so keep working on that.

This week has definitely been another growing one! We had another interesting week at the TRC. This week we taught the first lesson in French. We have been teaching all of our Progressing Investigators in French but this was the first official time. Either way, I was praying that I would have more strength and courage in the lessons. Usually I ask questions and come up with scriptures to share and Sr. Flood does the explaining. I wanted to be able to be more confident in ability to actually TEACH in French. So we knocked on the door and Sr. Floor completely blanked! She didn't say a word and I freaked out for about 4 seconds and then jumped in. I held the conversation for about 15 mins! Miracles do happen! Haha that makes me think of fiddler on the roof. I'm not sure if I prayed Sr. Flood's speechlessness or not but it was a liberating feeling. Just to clarify, I have absolutely no pride in my French speaking ability but Heavenly Father does help us when we need him most. I don't know how much more I have to say about this week. I love getting the chance to study the scriptures so frequently. I love you all. I pray you all have a good week and know that I am thinking of you! Have fun at the beach and give Lauren a hug for me!
Sr. Powers