Hola Familia!
This week has been good, I was still feeling a little bit distracted from the news about Ben but I've been getting back into the swing of things more every day. I'm really glad to hear that everything went smoothly with the funeral services,that the Jennings have been strong through all of this, and have been receiving a lot of support.
On Monday we went on exchanges with the hermanas in the Arlington Heights area which was really cool. I went with Hermana Reyes to Arlington Heights. I was in the MTC with Hermana Reyes (she was my companion for about a week and a half before they moved her to the intermediate class). So It was really fun to be able to serve with her for the day. It was really different working in another area but awesome. We were able to have some good lessons. We found 2 old investigators, had a member lesson (and a really good barbecue lunch), and a less active lesson. It was great to be able to learn a few things from Hermana Reyes. I think exchanges really help us to come up with new ideas and learn from the strengths of other Hermanas.
When we switched back yesterday me and Hermana Frandsen decided that we pretty much have the same sense of humor because we both had moments during the changes where we thought something we said would be funny and our temporary companions didn't get it. We really do laugh a lot. I've been really glad I'm with her because it's helping me to stay positive and happy since the news. On Saturday the branch wanted us and the Elders to do a skit/song for the mothers-day activity they were having so Hermana Frandsen taught us a song she made up to the tune of "La Bamba" about missionary work. She plays the guitar so we found one she could use and I fashioned a couple maracas out of the easter eggs you put in my birthday package and some random beans/rice we had in our kitchen. At one point in the song I try to grab the guitar from Hna Frandsen being "jealous" and start strumming while she does the chords. During that part the Elders got up and started being goofy. So it was pretty hilarious, probably a little over the top, and everyone loved it...well at least thats what they've told us.
So far Daisy and Estella (the two girls on date) are still super excited about their baptism. Daisy has even been telling her friends. We had a little worry moment when their mom expressed concern about them not being ready or knowing enough but we were able to resolve her doubt by telling her that their are certain things that we teach everyone before baptism and that we should cover it all in 3 more lessons. I'm really hoping that she will come around soon as well for herself. She still really loves it she's just a little stubborn. She loved our lesson on the word of wisdom so much she wants us to give it again when her other two kids are there too. We've had several other really good lessons this week and 5 at church which makes it like 27 for the whole month. We were happy about that. So the work in the area is still going strong. I actually wouldn't mind staying here longer. We'll see though - transfers are next week.
Well I love you all and I hope things go great for everyone this week!
Hermana West
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