First off. I love you!
I don't like it when you make me cry in the library! This letter
was certainly full of emotion. Behind all the words typed, was a
knowledge of the restored truths. Thank you for bearing your testimony.
It strengthens me to hear how much my mother truly loves, understands,
and trusts the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Thank you.
I am so glad to hear about the wonderful temple experience. It took
me back to when I escorted Aaron Gates, and when I was a witness for
the Carrillos. I actually just received an email from Aaron Gates asking
me to be his witness for his sealing. He was married civilly Saturday,
so family could be a part. They will be sealed the 25th I believe. That
is the 1 year mark of his brides baptism! I am so humbled and honored
to participate in these monumental moments in the lives of my eternal
family! There I go crying again!
I am sad to hear of Bro. McCall's passing. That was a family who I
had a funny indirect relationship with, but truly loved. They were
always there to encourage and support. I will keep them in my prayers.
Just curious, what are the Benjamin boys up to? I worry about the boys
that I was in YM's with. I wish I could do more. I am always more and
more impressed with my little sister! I love her so much! She is truly
becoming a beautiful woman! I love being able to see her testimony bud
and flower like it has! I miss her.
I am shocked about Tiffany. I will admit, in my last area, I
remember having a very strong impression to reach out to her. I don't
remember why I didn't act. I probably got busy with all the other
affairs of mission life. It's no excuse. I will definitely write my
testimony and attempt to restrict any preachyness. I would ask that you
proof read it and ok it. I would love to be able to return home and
resume the friendship I had with her previously. If there is anything
else I can do to help let me know.
This week we found out about transfers and E. Holbrook and I are
staying. This transfer will be a weird one. It will be only 5 weeks, due
to the holiday season. The next one will be 7 weeks. It's weird to
think of how little time I actually have. I have determined I don't want
to become a stone cold missionary who kills himself the last 2 or so
transfers because of fear. I am going to enjoy and make these last
months the best! I have accepted the end, and I am embracing it as well
as I can. I am pretty sure I will die a DL so that should help out a
lot. We are still seeing success. We have stake conference this weekend,
a baptism in 2 weeks, then 3 baptisms the 1st of Nov. We sure are busy.
I love you all! Keep praying for me, I need it!
Not a Second Wasted,
Elder Ryan Burnham
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