Dearly and Perfectly

"Living After the Manner of Happiness" Moments:

Nancy's Baptism

--My companion is still learning English, and sometimes that makes for some of the best moments. I asked her if she had heard of the song, "You Are a Light on a Hill" and although she hadn't, she tried to translate it. It's unfortunate that "hill" and "hell" sound so incredibly similar. I think I would rather be a light on a HILL. ;)

Christopher's Baptism

--We found some see-saws (or teetertotters?) and decided to take a little break and play. Maybe we should take the new missionary changes more seriously and wear pants because playing on those things in skirts probably wasn't the best idea. But it was beyond worth it because I laughed so hard I couldn't breathe!! :)

Being a missionary has changed my life. It has changed my life because it has changed my perspective and my understanding of life and the gospel. I think a lot of the simple scripture found in 1 Nephi 11:17 - 

"...I know that He loveth His children; nevertheless, I do not know the meaning of all things."

I have learned more to trust in God's timing and in the infinite grace of Christ. Although the process of learning, growing, changing, and understanding isn't always a comfortable one, it is a process that has brought more joy into my life than I can possibly express.

I don't know the meaning of all things, but I know that God is our Father, and He loves us

 (including YOU) so dearly and so perfectly. Don't ever forget it. :)

Hermana Greenwood:)