Anyway, this week was more or less difficult. But we did find many new people we are eager to teach and who are eager to listen which is always encouraging. The people here are by tradition very open and expressing. That said, I´ve found that they can be capable of being rather rude now and then, as well. Especially the teenagers. I, being pacifist, am completely well with it, but every now and then I have to hold my companion back a little. It just reminds me of all the stories grandpa used to tell us about his mission. I must admit that I often remember his experiences as I realize that these things actually happen.
On the other hand, we were talking to a man we had taught just once, on our way home last night, and he mentioned to us that he had talked before with people from every church and has listened to their messages, but with us he felt something different. Like we were sent from God himself. Even though I know that´s true without a single doubt, those words sound so sweet to a missionary. Especially when it seems that people simply don´t understand our message.
I love the theme of the message that Elder Perry gave. I´ve seen that the strongest members are those that have traditions in their family such as scripture reading, prayer, and family night. If fact, our pentionista wakes all her kids up early, even though their in vacation, and they read a chapter in the Book of Mormon every morning. Even her 12 year old son has been inviting a non-member friend who´s now been studying with them and brought two of his friends to their last family night. I am so grateful that we had those traditions in our family, although I often realize that I could have taken better advantage of them. I hope you all know that I´m doing well and loving the people here like crazy!
Much love,
Elder Alexander
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