The subject line is something that was spray painted onto a
building. I thought it was funny because obviously the person that wrote that
should not be teaching english, nor writing it on buildings.
Well the crazy week was completed succesfully. We had a lot
to do last week and a lot of stress but everything worked out perfectly and
went smoothly. Tatiana was baptized and confirmed on Saturday and now we have
Edouardo's Baptism on Friday.
Zone Conference was great. We learned a lot and taught well
for our workshop. Then I had the exchange in Anncey. That was a little crazy
because we missed trains and buses and stuff but thats life. I liked Anncey,
they have a beautiful lake there as well, but I realized how much I LOVE
Geneve. I LOVE this city and all the craziness it has brought into my life.
Anncey is a lot smaller than Geneve and I realized that I really like being
around so many people all the time.
Thursday we had District Meeting, a RDV and porting in
France and then a Relief Society Activity. It was a good day all in all. On the
bus on the way home Sr. Lala and I were not sitting next to each other and she
was closer to these teenage boys. I guess they started talking about me in a not
nice way... a way that would break the law of chastity... and she came over and
sat next to me. It was so funny because I didnt hear them and I probably
wouldnt have known what they said even if I did hear them, but oh did she give
him the evil eye. She stared them down so hard that they slunched in their
seats and felt very awkward. I am very grateful to have a companion who is so
protective of me :)
Then Friday was a little crazy. The Schneller family was
facing a LOT of opposition and Tatiana got sick. Sr. Schneller called us,while
we were at the institute, and said that she thought we needed to postpone the
baptism. Sr. Lala and I knew without a doubt that this was just the adversary
and that things would improve before the baptism. After we got this call we
decided we needed to say a prayer. I said it in english, so I could fully
express myself. It was a really cool experience. I have never really felt in my
life that I have really pleaded with the Lord. I have had experiences similar
to this but none quite as strong. Anyway, after we said this prayer we thought
that maye Tatiana would like a blessing. After talking to Sr. Schneller about
this we called a couple priesthood holders in the ward and made an appt to meet
them at the Schnellers home that night. It was a really good experience. Not
only did Tatiana receive a blessing but Sr. Schneller received a blessing of
comfort so that she would be able to be calm and get everything done the next
day in preparation for the baptism.
We went over the next day to help her prepare the food for
the baptism. It was amazing how the atmosphere of their home was totally
different than the day before. Tatiana was feeling better and Sr. Schneller was
the calmest I have EVER seen her. I know it was because of these blessings
that were bestowed to them by worthy priesthood holders.
It was a great day. We made Papas Ryainas... not sure of the
spelling... a peruvian dish. They were sooo good I will definitely be making
them when i get home. That is what the pictures are of. It is mashed potato
with meat inside and then the outside is covered in egg and then fried a little
bit... not totally submerged in oil but just on the outside. Then we topped it
with meat and peppers and a very spicy sauce.
Tatianas baptism was great. Sr. Lala and I were running
around trying to get all the food ready and help Tatiana get in and out of the
water and do all the behind the stage stuff so their family could enjoy the
baptism.
Not much else to report. This week should be a little less
crazy. Not as many things going on so it will be better to prepare for
Edouardos baptism.
I love you all a lot. It sounds like things are going well.
Until next week :)
Soeur Addis
P.S. After this week dont send anything to the Address in
Geneve, send things to the Mission Home because I dont know if I will be
getting transfered or not. The transfers are on Michaels birthday so in two
weeks I will be able to tell you where I am and that sort of thing.
building. I thought it was funny because obviously the person that wrote that
should not be teaching english, nor writing it on buildings.
Well the crazy week was completed succesfully. We had a lot
to do last week and a lot of stress but everything worked out perfectly and
went smoothly. Tatiana was baptized and confirmed on Saturday and now we have
Edouardo's Baptism on Friday.
Zone Conference was great. We learned a lot and taught well
for our workshop. Then I had the exchange in Anncey. That was a little crazy
because we missed trains and buses and stuff but thats life. I liked Anncey,
they have a beautiful lake there as well, but I realized how much I LOVE
Geneve. I LOVE this city and all the craziness it has brought into my life.
Anncey is a lot smaller than Geneve and I realized that I really like being
around so many people all the time.
Thursday we had District Meeting, a RDV and porting in
France and then a Relief Society Activity. It was a good day all in all. On the
bus on the way home Sr. Lala and I were not sitting next to each other and she
was closer to these teenage boys. I guess they started talking about me in a not
nice way... a way that would break the law of chastity... and she came over and
sat next to me. It was so funny because I didnt hear them and I probably
wouldnt have known what they said even if I did hear them, but oh did she give
him the evil eye. She stared them down so hard that they slunched in their
seats and felt very awkward. I am very grateful to have a companion who is so
protective of me :)
Then Friday was a little crazy. The Schneller family was
facing a LOT of opposition and Tatiana got sick. Sr. Schneller called us,while
we were at the institute, and said that she thought we needed to postpone the
baptism. Sr. Lala and I knew without a doubt that this was just the adversary
and that things would improve before the baptism. After we got this call we
decided we needed to say a prayer. I said it in english, so I could fully
express myself. It was a really cool experience. I have never really felt in my
life that I have really pleaded with the Lord. I have had experiences similar
to this but none quite as strong. Anyway, after we said this prayer we thought
that maye Tatiana would like a blessing. After talking to Sr. Schneller about
this we called a couple priesthood holders in the ward and made an appt to meet
them at the Schnellers home that night. It was a really good experience. Not
only did Tatiana receive a blessing but Sr. Schneller received a blessing of
comfort so that she would be able to be calm and get everything done the next
day in preparation for the baptism.
We went over the next day to help her prepare the food for
the baptism. It was amazing how the atmosphere of their home was totally
different than the day before. Tatiana was feeling better and Sr. Schneller was
the calmest I have EVER seen her. I know it was because of these blessings
that were bestowed to them by worthy priesthood holders.
It was a great day. We made Papas Ryainas... not sure of the
spelling... a peruvian dish. They were sooo good I will definitely be making
them when i get home. That is what the pictures are of. It is mashed potato
with meat inside and then the outside is covered in egg and then fried a little
bit... not totally submerged in oil but just on the outside. Then we topped it
with meat and peppers and a very spicy sauce.
Tatianas baptism was great. Sr. Lala and I were running
around trying to get all the food ready and help Tatiana get in and out of the
water and do all the behind the stage stuff so their family could enjoy the
baptism.
Not much else to report. This week should be a little less
crazy. Not as many things going on so it will be better to prepare for
Edouardos baptism.
I love you all a lot. It sounds like things are going well.
Until next week :)
Soeur Addis
P.S. After this week dont send anything to the Address in
Geneve, send things to the Mission Home because I dont know if I will be
getting transfered or not. The transfers are on Michaels birthday so in two
weeks I will be able to tell you where I am and that sort of thing.
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