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How are you? I hope that you are doing and feeling better. I feel bad that I am not able to be there for you. Know that you are always in my prayers and I think about you often. Something that I have learned to do when I'm having a bad day or a rough day is think about all of the things I am grateful for and all of the blessings that our Heavenly Father has given us. Also reading the scriptures and praying continually. Last Sunday we had a Sisters Conference Call and President Young felt inspired to talk to us about Peace. He shared with us a scriptures from the Bible, it's John 14:27. It's an amazing thing how the Spirit works. I've had a lot on my mind lately and when he told us to turn to that scripture I already knew what it was because I had been studying about how I can become more courageous and not be afraid of certain things so that I can become the missionary that the Lord needs and wants me to be. Life is hard. And sometimes it's okay to just sit down and bawl your eyes out, actually it's recommended because in a way it cleanses your soul. I have learned that when we have weaknesses or trials (and we all have them) we need to humble ourselves and learn to trust and rely on Christ. He is the only way to have true peace and joy. I know that because I have seen it throughout my mission. There have been many times when my heart has been troubled and I feel like nobody understands but there is somebody. He knows each and every one of us so deeply. The Atonement is such an incredible thing and it can literally change lives. I want you to do something for me... Will you please begin reading the Book of Mormon starting today? Even if it's only a verse a day. Mom, I know that it can bring more peace into your life than you have ever felt. My relationship with our Father in Heaven and Jesus Christ have become so much stronger as I have read from the Book of Mormon and as I continue to. I know that life is crazy but I also know that this will improve all aspects of your life. I really also think that it would help if you went to the temple. There are so many blessings that come from attending the temple.
This week was another great one. It seems as though each day gets better and better! It's weird to think that I'm almost at my half way mark ( and I can't believe Trevor has been out 1 year! -Crazy)..... Not so sure how I feel about that. I absolutely love being a missionary and it's sometimes hard to imagine that I will leave the mission field some day. I know that I can and certainly will always be a missionary but I also know that it won't be the same. Don't get me wrong though, I miss you guys and can't wait to see you again :) Anyways, Sister Collins and I went on Exchanges this past weekend! I went to Roseburg and was companions with Sister West for 24 hours. She is a sister that was in my zone at the MTC so it was fun to serve with her for a day.I learned a lot and I really want to start working with the youth in our ward here in Grants Pass. She gave me lots of ideas and Sister Collins and I are excited to start helping them prepare for their missions!! I don't want you to worry about us teaching Ron. We have another Sister there every time and President Watts in the Stake Presidency is there sometimes too. I promise that we are being safe and we follow the Spirit in all situations. We met with Roberta this week and she is just the most hilarious women! I love that lady so much! I think she actually may be related to grandma! Her maiden name is Turner :)
I love you
Love,
Lyndsie
P.S. Our ward is starting a book of mormon reading program that I will be doing and I would love for you to do this with. The website is---------- comingtochristtogether.blogspot.com
I love you!
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