September 22, 2009

Hey!Alright so this past week was awesome. Last Tuesday we went to the Tidwells home for dinner and I was able to watch Gavin's baptism dvd that Jenni sent me. It was great...I loved it. Sis. Tidwell said that Jenni was really pretty and that she looks like Sara Evans. On Wednesday, Rosie brought us dinner, it was very good as usual. I got a letter from mom too. I love getting mail lol. On Friday was Alan & Jessica's Wedding that the Oak Hills ward put on for them. Bishop Hatch married them and there was a little reception at the church afterwards. The ceremony was held in the Relief Society room where about 70-80 people attended. Afterwards the reception was in the cultural hall. There was a dinner, cake, and everything. Haha my companion and I even tried to catch the garder when Alan threw it lol. I almost had it but this little kid got it before me. Ehh it's okay, I don't plan on getting married for a few years anyway. It was a nice wedding, the ward did a great job. On Saturday was Alan & Jessica's Baptism, as well as Carlis' baptism. Bro & Sis Coleman did a great job on the program. I let them look at Gavin's baptism program to go off of to make it. The service went very well, and the spirit was so strong. My baptismal pants were really loose though. Mom told me to get a bigger size when I bought them in case I gained weight, but I've done the opposite so they were pretty loose. Carlis was baptized first and I was able to perform it. It was amazing. I only had to dunk her once too, I was worried about that. It went smoothly. After I baptized her we both got out of the font and we looked at each other from either side of the font and Carlis had a big smile on her face and said, "that was wonderful." She was so happy. I am so thankful that she has made it to this point, has been able to make this change in her life, and that I have been able to have a part in it. It's a big testimony builder. I was also able to participate in her confirmation. Bishop Hatch confirmed her and it was one of the best one's I've heard. Carlis was crying and the Spirit was strong. Later Saturday night was the Adult Session of Stake Conference. We were able to attend and the whole meeting was based on missionary work. My companion and I were even able to bear our testimonies. I think I liked the adult meeting more than the General Session. The General Session was held in Boutiful at this building that the church owns kinda like the Tabernacle. It was pretty big, and probable could seat 5,000 people. The General session was nice, but not as good as the Adult Meeting. We went to Stake Conference with the Snow's, and then afterwards went to their home for dinner. They are a great family, we really like them. They are probably in their late 30's and are actually from Fresno California. They have 4 or 5 kids and are just a really cool family. We are teaching 2 kids in their home that live next door to them. The work in our area is going good. We have another baptism this coming Sunday. It's a 9 year old boy named Evan Jones. We're excited about it. The baptismal service is going to be a little different this time though because Evan doesn't want a lot of people there. Idk why, I guess he is shy. We'll do whatever he wants when it comes to the baptismal service if it means he'll get baptized. My companion and I are having fun together. We get along pretty well, and are having success in our area. I've got some fun pictures and videos that I am going to send back on the flash drive for you so be expecting that. Can you send me a list of when people's b-day's are and other occasions? I don't want to miss anything. Mom I need you to check my voicemail on my cell phone to make sure there isn't any messages about donations for Amy Johnson...I just want to make sure. That bank may have left me a message. My password is 2580. Also, I need Alicia is email a digital copy of the flyer for the fundraiser to Steve Handy. His email address is sghandy@comcast.net. He has his own business and has some big accounts/clients that might want donate to the Johnson Family. I'm not getting involved in it, don't worry...it won't take away from the work. He just said that he would be willing to try out a few things. If Alicia doesn't have it anymore, it should be in my email or on my Facebook. Just make sure she does it asap. Thanks. :) I also need addresses of: Heidi Aponte, Kelsey Black, and Ashley Ysasaga. If Jenni could get those for me that would be great. You asked me what cd's I don't have that you could send me. You can send me anything by Josh Groban, Jim Brickman (or others like him), Piano music, other Enya cd's, or even Yanni. Mom, I got a letter from you on Wednesday, and then I think I got the package of cookies on Thursday. There were amazing! I'm thinkin' you need to send me more! :) They were fresh and everything, they didn't even melt. I also got some letters from you on friday as well. Well things here are going well. My testimony is strong and I am loving the work. We went to the Ogden Temple this morning and that was nice...I was really tired though. Transfers are a week from tomorrow and I won't know what is going to happen until Tuesday (the day before). I hope you guys are doing well. I love you and miss you! The church is true! :D I can't wait to hear from you next week. ~Elder Watts