Hello Again.
Let's get this out of the way now: The weather. We are expected to get four inches of snow today, but it is still coming down. Tomorrow's low is going to be 7 degrees. There are not enough tights in the world to make this a comfortable winter, but missions were never about comfort anyway.
Monday: We ran around all day being super crazy busy, so it didn't feel like much of a rest day. We got our hair cut and I talked to this super nice lady from South Africa. At the end of the night we had the greatest first lesson with June and her wonderful family that I mentioned last week! I still can't believe how golden of a referral they are, and that they were referred by Gahanna. Who knew that I had such specific reasons to be in Ohio, of all places?
Tuesday: We did quite a bit of contacting in Downtown. It was pretty unsuccessful. I have never met so many people who are willing to just openly smoke weed on the streets either. Always an adventure. We had Mcdonalds for dinner and then went to ward council. It is my first time attending since I've been on my mission, so that was refreshing.
Wednesday: Zone Conference in Galloway. We were there from 9:00 am until 4:30. It was quite the experience. We sang "Children Holding Hands around the World" and it was only the tiniest bit awko because my companions stopped singing halfway through the sisters verse so I had a micro solo. Sorry President! we had dinner with an awesome family. They fed us split pea soup. Did you know that is actually pretty tasty. The things I've learned in Ohio. Go figure!
Thursday: I literally can't remember a thing.
Friday: Weekly Planning took a century and then we totally forgot about an appointment we had and tracted instead. Time to repent!
Saturday: Stressed out about finding a ride for someone who ended up not being able to come to church as soon as we made arrangements. Sigh.
Sunday: It was cold and dark, and we ran through a bunch of wet leaves.
So basically, it is great to be a missionary here in Ohio, even when it is tough. I've been studying the life of Jesus Christ, and I can't believe how much I didn't understand who He was and what He went through. He is so remarkable and magnificent, but relatable and loving too. He did all he could to set a straight path for us to follow, so that we could become what our potential is. Because He loves us. Everyday I try to follow that path even more closely, and I am so grateful for the patience and mercy Our Father in Heaven has for me as I stumble. Every second is worth it.
Love you all
Sister Mitchell
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