Email #32

November 8th 2010

FAMILY-

Beej- You think like me. I would love to continue recieving 'worldy updates' haha they aren't worldy they are 'unmissionly' and I reserve p day to be able to think about the jazz and what not... loved seeing the truck! It also gives you and your comp something to talk about in hours of quiet ya know? I LOVED reading about the time you spend with your little doll . . and that picture...haha I can imagine you just looking at her in awe and then givving her a thousand kisses as I am sure you did. I will continue to pray for you and nean and Linny! Love you all : ).

Mother! I already wrote your letter today, the problem is finding somewhere to mail.. but it will happen don't worry! I thought about a few more things for the big day. Deodorant, gold bond, dried mangos.... just three things that are really luxuries so don't even worry if they don't fit in that envelope or something. Just a litle calendar that I can store easy, not to hang up but just to have like a timeline of when things happen! The biggest thing you can remember is that I like surprises more than getting something I asked for! ... that must be hard.. sorry! haha. Both pairs of myshoes are breaking through on the bottom so I send you a picture of both. . . don't worry, I don'y feel it and those insoles are saving me, but I figured we might as well take advantage of the warranty sooner or later right? I spent 3 hours cleaning today, I really like it haha. I made a table for the food in our kitchen, cleaned the outside laundry room, created an area to do dips (an exercise), swept, made a new sink, fixed a shower head with a plastic bag and electrical tape (I'll send a picture it is sweet!), and we fixed the microwave that was in the closet haha. WEW!

Thanks for you Words of inspiration Hales. I need to always remember that each of us truly is broken, but the Lord loves us anyways. I had a specific person in our ward come to mind when I read that passage. . .I will try and see that person through His eyes. Love you Hales.

Heidi - Thanks for you e-mail and the pictures too... I will certainly be printing that one of the whole family and I have already added Jacie to the album : ) I as well am truly grateful for your husband, and all husbands truly, who know their role as father and priesthood holder in a home. That is something we don1t see much here in brasil... too many family with mother, kids, and maybe a stepfather, but usually not. Thanks to all of you, I am glad the blessing was such a great experience! I can't wait for Christmas! Will my english have an accent? I don't think so! Love you all. - Elder Johnson

PS Didn't get any Jazz or byu updates... ; ) haha. If someone has a picture of the gold truck on the computer or my moto It be sweet to have one!

PSS met an eler griffin from yorbalinda who is crazy haha and knows everyone we know there! (well that you all know, and that saw me in diapers)

ALL

Well everything is Hunky Dory! I am getting to know my new area, and we were even blessed with a baptism this week. We are trying to work a lot more with the members... we KNOW that they are a great source and can create a lot of success. I met a family this week that was baptized 2 months ago, and had waited 10 years to become part of the church (waiting for the missionaries). The father is already elders quorum president and she is already teaching relief society... their son that is 11 bore his testimony Sunday as well and told everyone what was up... what a stud. His name is tchaully, pronounced CHARLEY. Soon he will be a faithful member of the deacons quorum. But why are they moving so fast in their progress? They REALLY GET IT. THey know what it means to be members of the church. It is no small thing. It is not a joke. It is a great blessing, responsilbity and duty, and it is not to be taken lightly. It must come first in all we do, and they truly understand that. My testimony was truly strengthed by just meeting this family and feeling their testimonies through who they are and how well they understand that the church is not something that we throw into the space the is leftover at the end of the day, but it is truly in 1st place!

Being in my first 'new area' I have come to know a little bit more of what love is. Thinking about those people in my first area that were so blessed to be baptized into the church, and that expressed testimony through words and notes. I truly have a love for them that is different than any other. They will remain in my prayers always.

My comp is a goon and I love him haha. Elder Deffense is a hardcore surfer with a bright mind and a great way with people and children. His innerchild just might be a little more visible than that of others. This week he chased a cat, scared a dog, almost caught a duck, smacked a cow,

SideNote- a drunk man asked us yesterday if we wanted to purchase 'his dog' yesterday. AKA the stray dog on the street laying in front of him. haha "Sorry, we can't buy your dog sir ; )"

A boy (14) asked us the other day how long women stay pregnant in the USA. . hahaha isn't that something that is worldwide?

I decided I want a sweet bird when I come home... that sings beautifully, it reminds me of my grandfather, my Dad, and the amazing wonders that the Lord has created for us!

I love you all... stay safe, be strong, love your moms, and be anxiously engaged in a good cause!

-Elder Johnson

Elder Johnson

Week 31

November 3, 2010

Family -
Thank you all for your messages and letters. Mom I got your packages today! I have already enjoyed the candy and I will probably take a while to read all the letters cause there is just not time, but I have started already! I will be getting mail each week I think now because I am not in the boonies anymore : ) and : ( The inserts are being used as we speak... saving my life! I will not have time to send pics of the shoes today but sooner or later I'll get a photo in so they can send the actual shoes...for now don't ya worry! I don't know how you handle so many functions that you play such a big part of mom! Good luck with the soup! Thanks for helping Momma, she tells me often how much she values your help! Tell Hallie, Christian, and Sav that I loved the drawings that I got today! (The little booklets and the thoughtful notes). I was able to share the joy with the herd of Elders in the room when I opened it haha. Dad, sad day that the Bruins lost, but at least you enjoyed some good football! I will hope to visit a few games with you when I get home! Go Jazz! I will tell ya about me comp. and area in the letter to all I think. OH mom, MANY of the people that looked at my pictures this week told me that you look like an actress and that you are beautiful. I promised them that I would relay the message : )
My love you all of you who mean so much to me - Elder Johnson
P.S. Dad thanks for your thoughts. I think I need to work on getting out of my 'cave' and go to the edge where the Lord can help us truly fly!

ALL-
Alrighty... news news news. This transfer I left my first area : (. 6 months in an amazing branch full of amazing people, truly the purest hearted people that I think exist. The tears were many (I only cried when I talked in sacrament meeting, and only a little bit!) and the departure was full of mixed feelings. I had an overwhelming happiness for those who I had been able to help enter the Lords kingdom, and the sad thought of knowing that we might not meet again until after this life. Either way, the Joy of their presence at the "rodoviaria" (bus-stop thingy) was a joyful moment. I received quite a few gifts of which I don't feel anywhere near deserving, but I will keep them with fond memories. Imagine the humble hands of people who have little, giving you a humble token of their appreciation...it was a humbling day. Reading the thank you notes and the testimonies that were written in my notebook was another humbling and joyful experience; to hear testimonies being born of the BOM, eternal families, and the importance of following the prophet (I received two ear rings that were given to me saying that they would not be used again)
Now I am here in Palmeiras (after an 8 hour bus ride through the night in suit pants that are a bit snug do to the fact that I like food) an area in Fortaleza, with my new companion Elder Deffense from Thousand Oaks, California. We will be taking care of 2 wards and working in a pretty large area. I look forward to the chance to open this area and put my faith to the test, doing all that I am capable of doing and letting the Lord do the rest.
We got to the new house and it was a MESS. . . You can be certain that over the next 6 weeks that will slowly be changing! I will try and get in a before and after shot haha. Sometimes I feel like Super Nanny! - Jokes.
This week I was humbled as I thought about the fact that one year ago (yesterday) I was sitting in a room with my family opening my mission call, that I didn't understand at the time would truly change my life forever. I am grateful for all of those who have played a part in my life, and helped my find my way to the mission field where I am learning what it truly means to be a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
This week during sacrament meeting I was trying to truly focus on my Savior. I had a truly special experience as I imagined how it would be if I were to embrace my Savior and have the chance to thank him for all that He has done for me. I was filled with humility and gratitude as I pondered this situation. When that day arrives, will I have something to say? Will He recognize me and will I recognize His voice? I want to do all I can to make sure that the answer to this question is yes, I don't want to feel as if we are meeting for the first time, but as if we have been in contact for many years. Love to all! Elder Johnson

PS today we spent the day getting to know our area and making contacts with the people, I hope to get teaching some awesome people as soon as possible!

PPS. My companion knows Wes Christiansen and so do quite a few others in the mission...they all got stuck in the MTC together! What a small world!

Tays Email

October 25, 2010

Week #30

Fam-
Hales your Salon is stinkin sweet! Thank you for your talk as well, I will try and print it to re-read it later, We always have to keep learning even though we teach the same basic things everyday on the mission...you have to understand deeply to teach simply. hahahaha I laughed out loud with the Jazz pumpkin... IT NEVER FAILS! haha. Dad I was stoked to hear about the Bruins and good luck to the cougs neh? They always make us hope don't they? punks. Mom I am still trying to get a letter off everyday! Heidi thanks for the pics of your little doll and the family! I love imagining every once in a while your daily happenings! "Taylor is on a mission" - Berlin love it! I also cant wait to talk to you! I don't know how my English will do... but I will try haha. I will have to prepare. Love you all!
PS would have died to hear Hallies song!
PPS Hales I put your song on my USB today and I will listen to it in an hour or so : ) . . I think that An elder stole my cd of your music. .. they just love your voice ; ) ., . truly he did take it hahaha

All-
Well it was another wonderful week. More excitement as we try and create a stake here in this area... The work continues on strong! We have some super high goals for the progress and growth of the church here and everyone is onboard! This week we had two baptisms... JEFSOM and JACIRA. . . Jefsom was is a man prepared of God. . . We did nothing but teach, extend the invitations, and he received a testimony. He will be a great priesthood holder to help the church grow here. Jacira is the first person that I have successfully helped stop smoking. She did it! She is praying in the hour of need and spends a great part of her day at home reading the BOM and gaining strength. She has had many challenges in her life, and sometimes it seems as if she is not always super attentive, but she always surprises us with her deep questions and her knowledge!
I hope all of you get to pass by the front of my house and see the sweet pumpkins ; ) haha I received a few photos that I really enjoyed! I have been in touch with Alex Allred, Scott Moake, in the CTM, as well as Kace Redder and Kyle Hansen in their missions as well. What a great work we are doing and how moving to ponder about the army we are a part of!
I have no time to leave the thoughts that I wanted... just know that the Lord can use whatever work you do in whatever way he wants.... It is potential energy (potential blessings) . . you can do the work in one area, and he just might bless you in an area that you had forgotten existed! Love you all, I must run. I hope you all loved the poem last week that I wrote. Stay strong, do the small things that seem unimportant and you will see miracles!

- Elder Johnson

Tay’s Email

October 18^th 2010

Email/Week #29

FAM-
Beautiful fall day I am sure.. it is nice and toasty here! Mom said there was a touch of snow on the mountains today... I miss their beauty for sure! Mom, I enjoy writing you by hand each week, it is the least I feel I can do for you while I am here. I was teaching a family this week and we ended up discussing patience in the family...I used the example of how I wasn’t always patient with you went you would ask about the computer and now I regret it with all of my heart...I want to apologize to you for that, and to everyone else with whom I wasn't always patient... I am trying to practice it here, I will return better. Dad I know you are hard at work . . . probably flying right now, I love you for that. I envision you with your little digital book and miniature classes (that go around the neck of course) and I am filled with gratitude for what you do. I told your shark joke this week... about the man who sews his arm back on wrong... it was a success : ) Does everyone remember that chicken joke Dad used to tell? . . .with the towel? He would roll it up and in the end he would make a chicken?? I told that one too...success..again.. : ) We discussed our parents forms of punishment this week and I told about how dad used to BOOT us hahahaha... Can anyone imagine dad doing that again? I would like to apologize for all the times I made you wanna boot me... for every door I slammed...And I will fix that whole I punched in the wall when I come home alright? Deal. Hales thanks so much for the pics...LOVED them...RUDY IS FATTTT! I think about you every time I see the ANCIENT chairs they use here to cut hair. I will try and get a picture if I can . . we aren't allowed to take pictures on normal days so it is tough! CUNKIN PARVING! I laughed out loud hahaha... woops. I expect to see a Brazilian flag or my FACE in a pumpkin! Hales thanks for the picture of the house! I have yet to see your studio! PS. . if you have time to take one of my moto that’d be sweet. . . or I think it might be with Justin lindorf.. nvm! 7 months without hearing your voices! My love for all of you grows everyday. Love- Elder Johnson

PS mom I just looked at the picture of the house and you look great! : )
PPS. Dad I want to see your new booky thing, and Barrett and Jeanine your new carsies! (Mom spilled the beans about the paint)

ALL-
A week has gone by since I sat in this Chair,
I'm a little bit browner with a little less hair
It can fall out if it wants, I won't complain
I have no chance, its over, end of game
don't know why I wrote a poem, but I hope you liked it
If not, lets pretend it wasnt me who typed it

ALRIGHTY. This week was AWESOME. I learned bunches and had a few new experiences. We were able to baptize a wonderful family - Maria fabricia and fernanda. They are awesome. Maria is 100 ready to do whatever is necessary to put her life more in tune with God's will. About the baptism...everything went wrong. The Ward mission Leader showed up an hour late so we waited at the gate forEVER... then we had to fill up the baptismal font... when we opened the door it was ALL yellow, had a cricket and also a friendly lizard waiting to greet us. Elder Stocking and I got to work really fast. We cleaned it out and got it filling up. We spent the next 20 minutes carrying bucket after bucket into the font to fill it up... we also connected a house with a faucet in the chapel...wherever there was water, we found it. When we finished the font, we realized that we didn't have anyone there in church clothes to be a witness... Elder stocking and I put on jumpsuits and gave our church clothes to the Ward mission leader and another young man there. I laughed the whole time... You have to laugh, getting frustrated doesn't help right? In the end, I fibbed, everything didn't go wrong. It was truly a wonderful meeting, I was able to play a piano piece to try and bring the spirit after the mad rush for water, and even though there was one member who sang along (alone) the whole time, I am very thankful for the power of music in bringing the spirit. They received the spirit this week and they are smiling more than ever. . . I love seeing miracles everyday.
Sunday we had two more baptisms...one that we had planned... and one investigator that told us last minute she wanted to be baptized... she had the interview and we were able to baptize her that day. One was a baptism that came from a member reference... the other was from an inspired contact that we made a while back with those two old women playing dominos. . . The Lord continues His mysterious works neh?

I was VERY impressed by the way the Lord helped us accomplish our goals this week. We did the work and he made it possible for us to reach our goals.. including our investigator that wanted to be baptized last minute. Set worthy goals, go to work, and the Lord will do the rest... that was the lesson learned this week. We were also able to break the attendance record here in our branch, 104 people in sacrament meeting. . . everyone was stoked, particularly us for missionaries. Seeing the church grow in this remote area of the vinyard has been amazing... it will be hard to leave this area and all of the friends I have made here.

We put together mutual this week and had a great message and activity about who we are and the plan of salvation. We taught, and afterwards we all grabbed chalk and drew the plan of salvation in the parking lot... everyone had a blast. I was very impressed with the message that was shared... about the importance of remembering who we are. As we remember who we are, ALL of the simple things of the gospel become natural re sequences . . . the desire to pray and talk with our Father, to read and study his words, to spend the Sabbath in His house, and serve His children, our brothers, around us. In the Pearl of Great Price the Devil tried to make Moses forget who he was saying "Son of man" . . . I love His response... that to me was more or less like this... "Who are you to tempt me? I am a child of God, all powerful, omnipotent, all loving..." You can read His exact words... but you get the idea. He has no power against us... we are children of the Almighty God! Just take a quiet minute and think about that and then ask yourself as well if there is anyone around you that doesn't really understand that... then give them the chance to hear it. Send the missionaries. Time is up... I wrote A novel because I had time... woops.

Love to all - Elder Johnson

Taylor’s Email

October 11, 2010

Fam-

Hey, how cool that Grandpa Greaves is going to close on something in St. George! All the wild traveling starts when I leave! haha But I am doing my own wild traveling here : ) Mom, thanks for the update, I will probably get the package next transfer because we don't have much access to the mission head quarters here.... 8 hours away! Heidi thanks for the pictures of your sweet little girl, she is beautiful! And if I haven't said it yet, I love her name as well! Have you been able to use the camera a little? Use your creative side a bit? I had the distinct memory of your toast and honey nut cheerios yesterday haha funny what smells can bring to mind! Dad! Thanks for the updates on the football and of course the spiritual insights... I took a picture of the screen so I can reread a little later. Super exciting with BYU and it is super weird to think about the Bruins! But REALLY good to hear about them. I brought one of my shirts from high school and today I ended up trading it with a Brasilian in our Zone that liked it a lot haha. I'll miss it, but I have to move on from high school ; ) I hope you all have a GREAT October and Halloween including Heidi! Now you are going to HAVE to like it...with a little girl that is going to want to be a princess here in a little while! I'm sure Hallie made a darling sixties girl and rumor has it that Lynnie is going to make a one of a kind peacock! This year I'll dress up... But it won't be that hard... I'll put my name tag on, and probably teach a missionary lesson or two ; ) Hales! You make me laugh... I am glad the GAME was one of a kind... and I hope with all my heart that you get to go to the concert with your beloved David! I am sure it will be AWESOME...a spiritual feast if we let it. Thinking about that, I remember the words of President Eyring when he said that if will seek the will of the Lord in every talk, prayer, and song of this conference, we will find it! The Lord speaks in many ways, and without a doubt music is one.... you have an amazing talent Hales, and an amazing testimony to go with it. I wish you the best in finding that lucky guy : D and also in your studies, work, friendship, calling, etc..... that goes for all of you. My love to all. - Elder Johnson

ALL -

Well this week was another of miracles. We had a great Super pday today. . . went to a resort and played soccer, hiked an awesome trail and enjoyed an amazing view... I got sunburned for the first time! I also traded my MV shirt to one of the Brazilians in our Zone. . .Sad, but I had to move on haha.

First miracle. We went to work again this week, inviting people to be baptized, to repent, and also to visit the church...to start a journey that we know they will never want to end. . . We were blessed with the presence of 20 investigators at church this week. We got up at 5;50 in order to head out early and remind people about church. The Lord helped us without a doubt. It was fast Sunday and we hadn't eaten, but He gave us strength and neither of us were feeling lack of missionary ZIP!. . . He even sent some rare clouds : ) In short, many people made it on there own, many were waiting for use, and we were able to remind a lot as well. The total number of people in sacrament was 88.... 20 were our investigators. I just want to remind all of you that your presence at church does not go unnoticed, nor uncounted. We cannot afford to miss church on Sunday, particularly our designated ward. Do all you can to strengthen those who need YOU! It was a wonderful Sunday!

2nd- We have an investigator that we are helping quit smoking. She is progressing little by little and doing well (The same one who spat the dentures). Every time we pass it seems as if her sister doesn't want us to be there...Elder Stocking and I both felt that way. The other day she said she wanted to talk to us. We had no Idea what it might be. She pulled us aside, and basically broke down. In short she told us that she is taking care of her mom, sister, niece, and house... alone, and that it has been really tough. She thanked us for what we are doing and told us that everything has gotten better since we (the gospel) entered into their lives, even the health of Her mother, whom we only greet each time we visit. We all carry the spirit, and a message that is priceless and precious. I know that it is not us, but it is the gospel, the small and simple things that we have asked them to do, that has made all the difference.

STORY! REALLY FAST... the other day we were teaching Maria Fabricia and Fernana (who will all be baptized this week.... an AWESOME family that was found through a simple invite to family night) and something hilarious happened. Out of nowhere 10-12 little kids(a majority without shirts and pants) ran in the front door asking for us to speaking English. I told them we were going to pray first and asked them if they would like to participate... we all bowed our heads crossed our arms and I prayed a simple prayer. 3 of us said amen... and quickly the children follow suit. But they went beyond the mark. It happened like popcorn! amen, amen amen, amen AMEN AMEEEENN... until they were ALL screaming amen and creating a small mosh pit in the front room. Elder Stocking and I were dying with laughter.... it all ended with the grandmother of the house running in with a broom stick and chasing all of them out. I love being a missionary!

I know this church is true, many have suffered and died for it, and I am willing to do the same...it is my life, It is number one , there is nothing more important and nothing will ever come before it...

My Love - Elder Johnson

Tay Mission Email

Week #28

October 4, 2010

FAM-

I hope the conference weekend was one of blessings and enlightenment as it was for me! Mom I thought I would let you know that Elder Stocking has the same favorite food as me - Chicken and Broccoli Casserole! haha I forget to mention that awhile back! Congrats on finding out about Stephy and Jake!. . . I am proud to say that knew first! WIHOO! I am so grateful for you all, and for this weekend to hear from a prophet of God who undeniably speaks with His spirit, with power, authority, and even more amazingly, His love. I am sure it doesn’t compare to the love God has for you all, but I love you all a whooole lot!

PS. no one was able to send a pic of the house to me...yet : )

All -

Well I wasted a bit of time with a slow computer today and some defects. . . But I gotta count my blessings that I even have a computer here to use! The weekend was one of the best on the mission. I won't even go into much about conference, it sufficeth to say that I know that Thomas S. Monson communicates with God on our behalf, and that as we study the words of this conference, as Pres Monson admonished us to do... We will find the will of the Lord for us. And even greater, if we do it, if we change our lives to fit with His will, we will be ever so blessed. To me, conference is more than just a blessing, but a calling to do better! I don't have words to quote or even a favorite talk to mention. . .Every bit of it filled my heart with Love for the Lord, love for the truth, and a desire to do ALL I CAN to one day kneel at the Lord's feet and know that I did my best!

Amazing story of this work. As we were walking home from conference...we were with one of our recent converts - Edmilson, who is preparing for the Melch. Priesthood. He told us about an interview with pres. he had. In the interview president asked if anyone in his home was against the church. He said yes... his step dad. Who has lived with for 8 years... never talked to. I have no time to tell the story like I would like... but long story short. . .through the counsel of a priesthood holder, he talked with his step dad... and bore his testimony to me yesterday of the indescribable feelings he had listening to conference, and how much he has changed in 1 short month. I would LOVE to share more detailed the story... but I gotta obey the 1 hour rule... I gotta run. Love you all. I know that this is Gods kingdom on Earth, designed to bring us back to him in heaven...together : )

Love Elder Johnson

Tays email

Week #27

September 27, 2010

: D . . . I think that sufficeth almost all I have to say! The work is tough but the reward is great. I don't know that I will ever feel like I have ever 100% pleased the Lord, we know that with all we can do, we are unprofitable servants, but that is all the more motivation to give a little bit more!

My Companion from the CTM was moved to my zone this transfer and we had an awesome reunion when he showed up for Zone conference! He had some tough comps and is now in the best area of the mission with an awesome companion. I love Elder Waldron! I had forgotten how short I am and how tall he is haha.

It has been verified that all of my pictures from the first 6 months of the mission are un-savable.... : ( . . . Life goes on! at least I have those that I sent to all of you!

Mom! You don't need to worry about sending stuff to me seriously! I feel bad thinking about your stress to send stuff down here. I really am not in great need of anything. American Candy is the only thing that I can't buy here, and that pair of shoes that I sent a picture of. AH! One thing...I would love another journal, I'm about to the end of mine... just the same as the ones I was using at home! Really that is it. I got a package this week with AWESOME shirts, letters, peanut butter (that the Brazilians love haha... me too) surprise pens! etc. Thanks for always thinking of me : ) ALso haha I thought I would thank you for teaching me how to eat! Yesterday someone made a comment about how I eat and that it is almost comically 'proper' haha I thought about your classes on etiquette (SP) ! Sent you a letter today with a note to Grandma Johnson. Love You Mom.

Heidi Thanks for the pictures! What a stinkin doll... how fun! I'm stoked for you both : ) Thanks as well for the thoughts and the heritage commentary! Love it!

Dad- So many things that can be said. But first... Happy Birthday! Sounds like you all already celebrated! Jealousy! I shared most of my thoughts in the letter that I sent to you, but one more time, I look up to you in everyway. I was visiting with a family this week and I had a vision of our FHEs that we always had. Whether I fell asleep on the couch, or didn’t want to be there, you always made sure we got together and had some sort of lesson. I got a little sad thinking about the times that I complained or didn't act interested, I wanted to quickly apologize for those times, I would give anything to get some of the families here to have family night like you had with us. I love you!

P.S. . . I really don't have a lot of time to read emails from the other missionaries but you can send them and if one day I have time I'll read a little bit! Greg and Taylor must be getting old on the missions! It is amazing how fast it goes. I thought about your comment on level of conversion the other day.... how sometimes we have special witnesses where we are positive that we have received a witness and we also know that God knows we have received it . . . 2 Nefi 9:27made me think about it

LOVE YOU ALL!

Hello all! I am almost out of time...I'll write fast! I forget to write about how I had one week where I slept on my knees almost every night of the week. One of the Brazilians that I live with cracked up about it. He woke up at 3 AM and saw that the light was still on.... I was asleep on my knees, zonked on the bed. Haha It is a fight to keep your prayers fervent everyday, but I am trying! I no longer am allowed to touch the bed when I pray. it has helped for sure.

This week we had some great lessons, but no baptisms. Our goal is 2 baptisms per week because President Batt is really trying to turn this area into a stake. I know the Lord will help us with our Righteous goals as we give our honest best. REALLY FAST. ........ I fell on my face this week. I won't even tell the story... to say the least we were late... I started to run...didn't seek a crack.... and I skid....skid on the concrete hahahaha my arms didn't brace the fall and I airplaned it... My companion laughed the rest of the night including the 5 minutes we spent jogging to get home in time! Adventures everyday! Time is up! . .

Love you all - Elder Johnson