June 9-16 2014

She didn't get to write a big letter for everyone but I will share some of what she wrote to us.

One of her favorites for this week was getting to do a session at the temple.

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"Oh it was beautiful. I had english headphones so it wasn't as overwhelming. I also had an english lady at the veil. The lord is making sure I'm not too overwhelmed at every turn and I'm so grateful." -Alexys

She sent a Happy Father's Day Picture for Craig

 And a Happy Birthday one for me. 

Her and her Companion have been sick. Something they ate. She didn't say much about it but I saw a couple pictures of her comp with an I.V. in her arm. They ate something that gave them an infection in their throats. She says they are both doing a lot better but keep them in your prayers that they continue to heal.

Here is her miracle of the week -

"so miracle of the week: Natalia and Aristeo both got jobs. Aristeo is apparently already a member. Marcos paid tithing. Julio got Sundays off of work ( as did Marcos ) Natalie and Aristeo found different jobs that don't make them work on the Sabbath. and They are finally going to be able to get married because they have jobs and then they'll be baptized and then they'll have callings and everything is just great with that family. I love them to death. they are so kind and loving and willing to serve."

If you remember last week or the week before she talked about this family. I'm so happy for the family and that Alexys could witness such an awesome thing. Remember that Marcos is the 9 year old son and Julio is 10. She sent a picture of her nails that Marcos painted.

She says she does not have a way to remove it. haha 

She has been adjusting to the culture and mission life and having a hard time of it. She shared this from her journal this week

"A hermana was talking to me today, she could tell that i wasn't myself. She gave me a scripture to read. and it changed my life. hebrews 10:35-39   Don't give up on God. Don't you dare turn your back on Him... ...I've been studying the atonement and I really think that is why i'm still here. i was reading today and this sentence popped out at me. Christ, figuratively speaking, talking to me: No matter what the world throws at you; no matter what you suffer, no matter what temptations you face- I faced it all and more... And that just made me realize how selfish I really am. I am not the most important here. I'm a servant for my God. and servants don't think about themselves. they think about the people they're in charge of. get to work Alexys. you're wasting precious time, you're wasting God's time. He's only asked you to give Him 18 dedicated months. and you've been moping for 2. Get yourself together, forget yourself, remember Christ, and go to work. Just do it. Nike told you to. -love ME p.s. I just looked at my favorite picture of Katie and smiled instead of cried.

She is going to be great! It's hard to know she is struggling but I know she can do this. God knows she can do this. If you have not written to her lately please do. She needs to hear from those that love her. She sends all her love to you.