Tough Week..... September 1, 2015

Hey all you good people!

So...if we're being honest, this week was a toughie. 
We've gotta have tough times to appreciate the good ones though, right?
I have realized that no matter how hard you work or how good of a missionary you are that you can not do this work alone. It's the Lord's work and it has to be done His way. And also the help from members is so vital. I've had some frustrations about that this week. The difference of cultures and also the factors of being in a small branch have proven to be a struggle.

However, I take comfort in the fact that I am surely more diligent, obedient, hardworking, and dedicated than I have been ever before my mission. I know that Heavenly Father is completely aware of me and what is going on. I know that success will come when it is in His will and timing. I am trying to keep positive, be a good trainer, and give each day my all. I am so grateful for the Atonement and the opportunity to be lifted up and strengthened by His arms of mercy. There is no way I could do this without His help. When tough times come our way it really is such a humbling and wonderful opportunity to remember how much we need Him in all that we do.

I am so grateful to be a missionary. Despite it's struggles, I absolutely love it. It truly has been the best decision I have made to come on a mission. I have a strong testimony of the famous line that, "sacrifice brings forth the blessings of heaven."

I am having a ton of fun with Hermana March! I don't know how I've been so lucky to be blessed with such wonderful companions. The pic is from bingo. The cutest old man, Milton, always shares his winnings with us. Such a gem.

Also, I dreamt about general conference this week. I think I must be a missionary or something.

Well. That's all I've got time for!
Hope y'all have a great week!
Hermana Dearden