Sister Abby Fillmore - Oregon, Salem Mission: Week 10

Friends!!

Hello again, it's crazy to think that another week went by. It's even crazier that this week has come to an end. Haha, I am not going to lie, it was a pretty long and rough week. God has given me a lot of opportunities to see his hand and trust in him and I am so grateful for it!

Due to some health issues this week we've been inside a lot lately. On the bright side it gave me time to focus on my studies. By the end of dinner I was kind or going crazy being cooped up all day long. When I feel this way I usually go out and run...I couldn't do that so I did the next best thing and did as many jumping jackets, burpee's and other things as I could! The one thing that I kept in mind the whole time was the fact that we would have President interviews the next day!

Man, the interview that I had with my President and his wife was exactly what I needed. Right when I got into the room with the President he told me some things that will be changing. For starters I will be acting as the senior companion when we go out and find. He also said that there will be more appointments that we will be going to and to not worry that we won't be doing normal missionary stuff. He then asked me the best question that I have been waiting to hear for a while..."Now, how are you doing?" It was nice for me to finally say what was on my mind. President Wilde is so kind and truly wants to know how he can help. He helped me see that all the feelings and stresses I was going through was and is healthy but to also keep in mind that this is the best time to really study and know Gods word.

The rest of the week didn't stop being hard. I learned that instead of looking at the whole day in a negative way and more in a "Where did I see Gods hand in my life today?" mind set, you go to bed feeling better then you did throughout the whole day. It's easier said then done but I am grateful for every chance I get to be better.

Anyway!! On a happier note we as a zone are going to do the nativity scene for our next zone conference. I was going to be a sheep but they said they need for shepherds so I gave up my lifelong bucket list desire to be a sheep and said I would. ;)

I have also volunteered to be the understudy for Mary if Sister Jun randomly has a mysterious accident...hehe

The work has been pretty slow but we are working with Floranna and she is so sweet! She will definitely be baptized but not yet. She has a lot of health issues so we haven't been able to meet with her. So definitely keep her in your prayers!

Crystal and her husband Brian is another couple we are teaching and she is a hoot! I love her so much!! Its taken a while to meet with her. She also has alot of medical problems but we are meeting with her this week!

I hope you all have an amazing week! I know God loves you and all His children. If you're not sure, "Look into their eyes until you can see the Child of God in them." -Elder Busche

Love,

Sister Fillmore