Tuesday, we had a zone meeting, and I had to say good-bye to Hermana Marley. Hijole, that was rough. Hermana Marley has influenced my mission and my life so much. She's been there in the good times and the bad, and we've served near each other the majority of our missions. After so much time together, is was quite sad to have to say good-bye. I'm just glad she lives in the states, so I'll be able to see her again. :)
Lately, well, especially here in Copan, I suppose I have felt discouraged from time to time. es feo. Opposition, stress, doubts, rejection, it's taken its toll on me. But somehow, some way, the Lord always helps me to get back to my normal, happy self. Today, I was reading in the Liahona de Noviembre2014 and read this from President Uchtdorf:
" Suppose you were able to travel back in time and have a conversation with people who lived a thousand or even a hundred years ago. Imagine trying to describe to them some of the modern technologies that you and I take for granted today.
For example, what might these people think of us if we told them stories of jumbo jets, microwave ovens, handheld devices that contain vast digital libraries, and videos of our grandchildren that we instantly share with millions of people around the world?
Some might believe us. Most would ridicule, oppose, or perhaps even seek to silence or harm us. Some might attempt to apply logic, reason, and facts as they know them to show that we are misguided, foolish, or even dangerous. They might condemn us for attempting to mislead others.
But of course, these people would be completely mistaken. They might bewellmeaning and sincere. They might feel absolutely positive of their opinion. But they simply would not be able to see clearly because they had not yet received the more complete light of truth."
It was such a reassurance to me that what I am doing is right. I may not be perfect at doing it, there might be people who do it better, but I only hope the Lord is pleased with what I am doing out here.
Saturday, I was sick. blech.
Sunday turned out to be a great day. Many of our appointments fell through, but we met some wonderful people.
Oh, and I have begun teaching piano lessons! I started last Sunday, and my student is progressing so well! They are hoping that she can learn the basics so she can play the piano after I leave. I certainly hope so! It has been fun to learn how to teach someone else how to play an instrument.
Today, we went to a river. That was fun. and a bit tiring. I thought we were just going to look at this river, but it turned out to be a hiking adventure. It was great!
Well, I cannot think of anything else right now. I love you all!!
LOVE,
Hermana Grondel :)
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| Last photo with Hermana Marley |
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| The River |
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