March 6, 2017

Cam:  Hi mom, it looks like you had fun with the missionaries.

Mom:  The Tongan elder was hilarious!  The Elder from Arizona was nice too.  We had a few days of spring weather and now there's snow this morning.  I love you!

Cam: Utah Weather. I love and miss you!

Mom: What went on this week?

Cam:  Not very much.  We played soccer twice this week with the branch.

Mom: Oh, good!  How was that? Are you still liking the branch?

Cam:  Yeah it's good.  We have some investigators that aren't the firmest.

Mom:  I guess you just offer opportunities or times when they could feel the spirit.  Like yesterday I felt it in almost all of sacrament meeting. Everyone mentioned missionaries or missionary work and that is how the spirit touches me right now in my life.  Of course I cried... You didn't write your newsletter to give to Becky. I typed it for you (I just went through e-mails and letters to highlight certain content) and e-mailed to her. You should just write a little each week and take a picture of it.  

Cam:  Ya, I will write one for this month.  When is it due?

Nicole:  The end of March.  How is your belly situation?

Cam:  It is a little better. 

Mom:  When is Brother Christofferson coming?

Cam:  He comes on Saturday.

Mom; So, when will you go there?  Will you spend the night?  Do you know if you got your suit coat?

Cam: Yes, they said it came but I have to pay like $100 to get it!

Mom:  Wow!  Just do it.  I wish dad and I would've known to not put clothes on the claim.  Pay it though.  It cost to buy, send, and now it's there so finish off the journey.  Plus you need it.

Cam: O.K. 

Mom:  So, do you get to go early and spend the night in Maceio?

Cam:  Yes I do.  Oh, I forgot to tell you but I talked last Sunday in church.

Mom:  What did you talk about?  Who asked you?

Cam:  The president of the branch asked me and I talked on family history.

Mom:  Were you nervous?  How is the language?

Cam:  I was a little nervous but I'm doing pretty good with the language.

Mom: Good!  Charlie stole Grandpa Leon's shoes last Sunday.  Marge had surgery and is a little down.  Grandpa John and Grammy got home last night.

Cam:  Ha! Ha!  Charlie!!!  I hope grandma is feeling better and the surgery is successful. I hope Grandpa and Grammy's cruise was awesome...

Mom: We get to skype with you really soon!!!  I can't believe it. It is so nice to have these things to look forward to.  I want some names and information on the people.  It helps me feel like I know what is going on with you and I can pray for those people too. 

Cam:  hahaha! We have a gay guy stalking us...

Mom: What? How is he stalking you?

Cam: Well, he was following us the other night and wants us to come have dinner with him.  I am just going to play it safe and group an army of young men to go with us.

Mom:  How do you know he isn't interested in the church?  Be kind but just let him know you're not gay.  It's hard with all this in the world now but at the same time they need love and kindness too. Maybe your message is what he needs in his life.

Cam:  I knew you would say that... O.K.

Mom:  I love that you are staying close to heavenly father and praying about all these people.  You're making a difference even when you don't baptize people.  You are an example to everyone here and there.  Most importantly you are shaping yourself as a hubby and father. Now, that's so weird to think...  Although I'll be the best grandma ever!!! Now tell me at least five good things about this transfer.

Cam: 1) I like the area and the people 2) It's a farm area  3) There is a grocery store really close 4) I finally have a clean house 5) I like my companion, Elder Perez

Mom: Are you still excited for us to come and get you? We are excited to see all of these amazing people.

Cam:  Very excited. I have got to go,  love you, have a good week, love you...

Mom:  I LOVE you son!!!