Hi grandma and grandpa!
I love you both!
So, this morning Elder Rayburn called us and said that we had to set some goals to have a productive week! It was during companionship study, so Sister Robinson and I started thinking. We definitely want this to be a good week. I definitely want to see someone agree to be baptized this week. We had a great planning session on Friday, and I feel like we received inspiration from some of the most random and interesting sources. But, we have a new plan and I'm excited!
Sister Robinson and I had a great transfer together. I am so sad that it is ending. I learned a lot from her and we learned together to be more bold as we find and teach our brothers and sisters about the restored gospel. Saturday we had such a lesson! This week was busy! I, however, want to know how to have more productive weeks. I guess I feel like we did a lot, but I don't know if it really got a lot done.
I guess I'll just keep trying this week. I hope I can handle L'viv without Sister Robinson. She is a great missionary and has helped many people in this great city!
I am excited to serve the Lord. I love this work! I love L'viv!
So, this week was long and crazy! We ate well! We made a quische, bought a huge watermelon, and ate lots of peaches, plums (yellow and purple), blueberries, apricots, and nectarines! Can you see how spoiled I am! We also had a farewell for Elder Rayburn. He is a music major from Kentucky, and we served together in my fist transfer and his last! He was my district leader and a great elder. Lots of work this week! But, I love it! Are you going to send me some pictures of you and your cute little puppies? I hope you have a great trip to Idaho! You are great and strong! I love you both!
So, I have an amazing branch president. He made us chili a couple of weeks ago! IT was hilarious. I went into their tiny kitchen to do dishes and immediately started sweating. I thought I was having an allergic reaction. But, He just used WAY to much chili pepper.
Well, I don't have much time today, but I love you!
You two are amazing and I am excited for your adventures! Keep up the amazing work you are doing and I'll look forward to hearing all about your miraculous deeds!
Love you lots!
Sister Murphy
Thursday, July 29, 2010
July 19: Sandra's letter
I love the Lord and His gospel like you do! I have a new favorite hymn.
Well, I have a new favorite hymn! It is hymn 36 in Ukrainian. I remembered what it is called in English this morning: "How Firm a Foundation!" I love the 3rd verse.
"Fear not, I am with thee
so be not dismayed,
for I am your God and will still give the aid;
I'll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand
upheld by my righteous omnipotent hand."
That's what I can remember anyways! Isn't it beautiful. I then looked up the scripture in Isaiah 41:10 (I think that is the correct reference) and had a fun time reading this and other similar verses! I love the scriptures. I love our Heavenly Father and His continuous support and love for us! Other verses: I read D&C 68:6. Heavenly Father wants us to be of good cheer! Why? Because, as I learned in Matthew 9:2 and Ivan (John) 16:33, Christ has atoned for us! Christ has overcome the world for us! He will forgive us of our sins - like he healed the man with palsy. He will heal us! That is something to rejoice about!
This morning during companionship study, Sister Robinson shared with me her study from this morning from the Book of Morning. As she talked about the things she learned from the Book of Mormon there was a verse we both found significant. It was in 2 Nephi 28 or 29. It says that the Lord will command the Children of Judah to write and the children of Nephi...and other lost tribes. I realized just how special the Book of Mormon is. It is one of the first records that we have received! It was found! (of course there was much inspiration and divine intervention - but why should there not be? - it is the work of the Lord!)
I don't understand how hard it is for the world to accept a book? The Lord is so perfect and so vast. He cares for the whole world! He has always reached out.
I write about the special moments in my life that are sacred for me. Is it a wonder that they did anciently as well? Wouldn't it be a blessing to find more of those records? Well, we have one - the bible! And, that was miraculously preserved! But, could it possibly be all? I don't know how many pages are in the English bible, and someone may be offend when I say that even 5000 pages are not enough to tell me about my Father in Heaven. (Is this embarrassing: Jane Austen's collected works might exceed that of the bible (disclaimer: I have not read anything by Jane Austen in over a year; therefore, I am no longer an expert) (Oh, and the word expert probably would be better stated as obsessed) However, I also understand the fact that if God was going to give us only 5 pages to tell us about Him - then, that is enough. But, I know that He loves us! I would be happy with five! Although, I am ever so very grateful for the perfect love of God and Jesus Christ. They reach out to us! They want us to enjoy our lives and they want us to enjoy it so that we can return to Him! He wants to help us! To help us we have received more! More of everything! And that means more knowledge. The Book of Mormon just isn't a book. It is truly another testament of Jesus Christ! It is a record sacredly preserved and directed by the Lord to bless our lives! I have read it many times and I know that it is true!
Well, that was a fun tangent! Those are just my thoughts this morning! I love this gospel! Even when it is hard for people to understand. And even when they understand, but don't want to change! Well, that is also frustrating!
So, what do you want to know about Ukraine this week?
Here is the latest in my life. My beautiful companion Sister Robinson received a transfer. I'm sad. (how do you spell bummed for future reference...and where in the world did that word come from?)
I didn't think they would, since we will be going back to Kiev in 3 weeks again anyways. However, We are going to Kiev on Wednesday. It will be an all night train! We have a lot of work to do. We are still trying to find those who are willing to change their life and accept the gospel! I am always reminded of the rich man who asked God how to enter Heaven. His life wasn't bad. Apparently he was living the law. But, there was more that could have helped him really come unto Christ! He wasn't ready for it. It is quite sad and frustrating when those we are working with just aren't ready to really come unto Christ. They are grateful for the new understanding we have given them, but that was enough.
Enough?
There is never enough!
So, we keep working and keep trying!
We have a temple! It is beautiful! I am excited to see it again this week!
Oh, I have a birthday soon! Crazy. I am so old. I feel even older when Sister Robinson complains about her birthday! She will be 22. Is it a big package? It is probably going to be expensive. Hmmm, it should be fine...I might even get it for my birthday. If you have a good relationship with customs! Put some Christ stickers on the outside, and say that it is missionary supplies. Hey, I don't want sweets. Well, I'd love them, but I don't need them. However, you could send me wheat thins - or something cute!
Congratulations to Will! I hope you have a fantastic graduation! And have a fun trip with g-ma and g-pa!
I love you both!
Chili, that is to long of a story! But, it is funny. Maybe I'll tell the g's in my e-mail to them!
Love you both!
Sandra you are amazing! You are beautiful! Have you watched those videos on the church website? There is a new one from Elder Uchtdorf! I love it! I am also trying to figure out my true identity and see the true beauty of myself! I love that I am a daughter of Heavenly Father!
I love you!
I love your baby! Have a great day!
Love,
Sister Murphy!
Well, I have a new favorite hymn! It is hymn 36 in Ukrainian. I remembered what it is called in English this morning: "How Firm a Foundation!" I love the 3rd verse.
"Fear not, I am with thee
so be not dismayed,
for I am your God and will still give the aid;
I'll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand
upheld by my righteous omnipotent hand."
That's what I can remember anyways! Isn't it beautiful. I then looked up the scripture in Isaiah 41:10 (I think that is the correct reference) and had a fun time reading this and other similar verses! I love the scriptures. I love our Heavenly Father and His continuous support and love for us! Other verses: I read D&C 68:6. Heavenly Father wants us to be of good cheer! Why? Because, as I learned in Matthew 9:2 and Ivan (John) 16:33, Christ has atoned for us! Christ has overcome the world for us! He will forgive us of our sins - like he healed the man with palsy. He will heal us! That is something to rejoice about!
This morning during companionship study, Sister Robinson shared with me her study from this morning from the Book of Morning. As she talked about the things she learned from the Book of Mormon there was a verse we both found significant. It was in 2 Nephi 28 or 29. It says that the Lord will command the Children of Judah to write and the children of Nephi...and other lost tribes. I realized just how special the Book of Mormon is. It is one of the first records that we have received! It was found! (of course there was much inspiration and divine intervention - but why should there not be? - it is the work of the Lord!)
I don't understand how hard it is for the world to accept a book? The Lord is so perfect and so vast. He cares for the whole world! He has always reached out.
I write about the special moments in my life that are sacred for me. Is it a wonder that they did anciently as well? Wouldn't it be a blessing to find more of those records? Well, we have one - the bible! And, that was miraculously preserved! But, could it possibly be all? I don't know how many pages are in the English bible, and someone may be offend when I say that even 5000 pages are not enough to tell me about my Father in Heaven. (Is this embarrassing: Jane Austen's collected works might exceed that of the bible (disclaimer: I have not read anything by Jane Austen in over a year; therefore, I am no longer an expert) (Oh, and the word expert probably would be better stated as obsessed) However, I also understand the fact that if God was going to give us only 5 pages to tell us about Him - then, that is enough. But, I know that He loves us! I would be happy with five! Although, I am ever so very grateful for the perfect love of God and Jesus Christ. They reach out to us! They want us to enjoy our lives and they want us to enjoy it so that we can return to Him! He wants to help us! To help us we have received more! More of everything! And that means more knowledge. The Book of Mormon just isn't a book. It is truly another testament of Jesus Christ! It is a record sacredly preserved and directed by the Lord to bless our lives! I have read it many times and I know that it is true!
Well, that was a fun tangent! Those are just my thoughts this morning! I love this gospel! Even when it is hard for people to understand. And even when they understand, but don't want to change! Well, that is also frustrating!
So, what do you want to know about Ukraine this week?
Here is the latest in my life. My beautiful companion Sister Robinson received a transfer. I'm sad. (how do you spell bummed for future reference...and where in the world did that word come from?)
I didn't think they would, since we will be going back to Kiev in 3 weeks again anyways. However, We are going to Kiev on Wednesday. It will be an all night train! We have a lot of work to do. We are still trying to find those who are willing to change their life and accept the gospel! I am always reminded of the rich man who asked God how to enter Heaven. His life wasn't bad. Apparently he was living the law. But, there was more that could have helped him really come unto Christ! He wasn't ready for it. It is quite sad and frustrating when those we are working with just aren't ready to really come unto Christ. They are grateful for the new understanding we have given them, but that was enough.
Enough?
There is never enough!
So, we keep working and keep trying!
We have a temple! It is beautiful! I am excited to see it again this week!
Oh, I have a birthday soon! Crazy. I am so old. I feel even older when Sister Robinson complains about her birthday! She will be 22. Is it a big package? It is probably going to be expensive. Hmmm, it should be fine...I might even get it for my birthday. If you have a good relationship with customs! Put some Christ stickers on the outside, and say that it is missionary supplies. Hey, I don't want sweets. Well, I'd love them, but I don't need them. However, you could send me wheat thins - or something cute!
Congratulations to Will! I hope you have a fantastic graduation! And have a fun trip with g-ma and g-pa!
I love you both!
Chili, that is to long of a story! But, it is funny. Maybe I'll tell the g's in my e-mail to them!
Love you both!
Sandra you are amazing! You are beautiful! Have you watched those videos on the church website? There is a new one from Elder Uchtdorf! I love it! I am also trying to figure out my true identity and see the true beauty of myself! I love that I am a daughter of Heavenly Father!
I love you!
I love your baby! Have a great day!
Love,
Sister Murphy!
Sunday, July 18, 2010
July 12
Well, Good morning!
What a wonderful way to start a perfect week of missionary work! Hearing from my amazing family! I love you all! I'm excited for your week of travels! It's been a great week! Filled with all kinds of interesting stories...from re-writing songs about missionary work as a district and companionship...asking thoughtful questions to complete strangers...getting caught in the rain...and singing "Baptize me in the Ocean...in the sea...in the warm baths of a spa...just baptize me with authority!" (to the tune of my bonnie lies over the ocean!) BAPTIZE is what we are working on! We don't have much time. THE PROPHET! He is coming! I just look at these men of God and I am so thankful for there unwariness and dedication to the Lord. They are doing all they can to serve! Me too! Well, I'm trying!
So, we also had a missionary activity after our last branch yesterday. There were a few who stayed and a few less who were inspired, but, I know that the gospel is true! So, when the missionaries ask you who do you know....NEVER EVER say no one...NEVER EVER say...we've already talked with everyone. Because, out of all the finding that we are doing as missionaries the only time we have success is when it is with the help of the members. Well, in Ukraine...it is a whole other country! You know that right! It is for sure different than America...but...the principles are still the same! The gospel is true no matter where it is placed! Great news!
Sorry this is so sporadic...I'm actually exhausted! We worked hard but with all our efforts this week...
well, I'll just simplify a lesson I've learned a few times during my lesson! When you put in everything...the Lord blesses you! Even if it isn't what you had been working on.
So, this week I felt like I called every interested person (Former, Recent, and those we just met).
We scheduled lessons with anyone anywhere!
We planned to find!
And, We planned to be bold and to baptize!
Well, we did our part! I am thankful for the energy and the help of the Lord. Fortunately for me and unfortunately for all those who are choosing WRONGLY we all have are agency. (on a side note, I also make a lot of wrong choices...and make unwise use of the great gift of agency...however, I have chosen to learn about the Lord's Gospel and have CHOSEN for my OWN FREE WILL to follow it! and be blessed!!!!)
Does that sound a little exasperated. Well, we had great things happen! We learned there are still 100,000 (that is a statistic I got from Will) we need to talk with! And that we have to keep working and never stopping!
Sister Robinson and I had a pretty fun and bold week deciding who was close and telling them...boldly...that this is what they had to do...to be happy! I know I am just a 23 year old girl...and it might seem silly to trust me...but...I am actually a representative of Christ. This is His message to them...it's not from me at all. I did nothing. I did not create it. I'm even embarrassed that I have to be the one to share it...I am not that eloquent...I'm feeling more and more like a Moses and less and less like an Aaron every day.
But, I want to help the Lord. I want to serve the Lord, and I'll be an instrument in His hands to share His message.
However, I have some good endings! Well, Sunday finally came and we had tried every lead...and were pretty much relying on the Lord for success (as in investigators actually coming to church). They all pretty much said no. I sat down next to my past companion (Inna - Sister Yarova) and talked about her week and her really cute orange skirt! No investigators. (Insert sad face here)
But, I love Inna! She is such an amazing girl! (She also gave her first talk yesterday about the scriptures!)
Well, I go up to direct the music and in walks a member with three strangers. (Insert a look of bewilderment and shock and a HUGE smiley face)
The song ends and I begin to return to my seat when brat Volodimir grabs me and tells me to make friends! Well, I happily sit down and try not to be too disruptive...
Basically, to make long storry short - two of the three are not members! One is a beautiful mother who wants to learn all about the gospel! They were found through a member in North Carolina (He is actually from L'viv and was visiting this week...but now lives in America....He found the church in New Mexico on an Indian Reservation! He was at a stop and found "Another Testament of Jesus Christ!") Well, he was later baptized in Las Vegas...and loves the church and has the most solid testimony I've ever seen! He is just so certain that the church is true...he came back to Ukraine and just radiated the gospel so much he found 2 people to bring to church with him! So, they came! I was just floored. The women's name is Kristina and I have never met someone as curious and willing to meet as her! She has a beautiful 10 mo. old baby and is going through a divorce. She is beautiful and I don't even care how many times I tell you!
Well, what a miracle!
THEN, we went to visit a less active member who just makes me humble! She is an angel. She has a broken arm and the doctor's don't know how to set it. She's had it for at least a year.
Well, we were reading the scripture in Romans about nothing can tear us away from the love of God and she told me that only we ourselves do it. And I thought about how profound that was. How many times do I doubt or let unbelief take over and forget to rely on the perfect love of the Savior?
Well, I love you! I am so thankful for you!
You are amazing!
I hope you have a great trip!
Give sandy and will a big hug for me...but don't squeeze sandra too hard...we don't want anything to pop out too early!
Love you!
Love,
Sister Murphy
What a wonderful way to start a perfect week of missionary work! Hearing from my amazing family! I love you all! I'm excited for your week of travels! It's been a great week! Filled with all kinds of interesting stories...from re-writing songs about missionary work as a district and companionship...asking thoughtful questions to complete strangers...getting caught in the rain...and singing "Baptize me in the Ocean...in the sea...in the warm baths of a spa...just baptize me with authority!" (to the tune of my bonnie lies over the ocean!) BAPTIZE is what we are working on! We don't have much time. THE PROPHET! He is coming! I just look at these men of God and I am so thankful for there unwariness and dedication to the Lord. They are doing all they can to serve! Me too! Well, I'm trying!
So, we also had a missionary activity after our last branch yesterday. There were a few who stayed and a few less who were inspired, but, I know that the gospel is true! So, when the missionaries ask you who do you know....NEVER EVER say no one...NEVER EVER say...we've already talked with everyone. Because, out of all the finding that we are doing as missionaries the only time we have success is when it is with the help of the members. Well, in Ukraine...it is a whole other country! You know that right! It is for sure different than America...but...the principles are still the same! The gospel is true no matter where it is placed! Great news!
Sorry this is so sporadic...I'm actually exhausted! We worked hard but with all our efforts this week...
well, I'll just simplify a lesson I've learned a few times during my lesson! When you put in everything...the Lord blesses you! Even if it isn't what you had been working on.
So, this week I felt like I called every interested person (Former, Recent, and those we just met).
We scheduled lessons with anyone anywhere!
We planned to find!
And, We planned to be bold and to baptize!
Well, we did our part! I am thankful for the energy and the help of the Lord. Fortunately for me and unfortunately for all those who are choosing WRONGLY we all have are agency. (on a side note, I also make a lot of wrong choices...and make unwise use of the great gift of agency...however, I have chosen to learn about the Lord's Gospel and have CHOSEN for my OWN FREE WILL to follow it! and be blessed!!!!)
Does that sound a little exasperated. Well, we had great things happen! We learned there are still 100,000 (that is a statistic I got from Will) we need to talk with! And that we have to keep working and never stopping!
Sister Robinson and I had a pretty fun and bold week deciding who was close and telling them...boldly...that this is what they had to do...to be happy! I know I am just a 23 year old girl...and it might seem silly to trust me...but...I am actually a representative of Christ. This is His message to them...it's not from me at all. I did nothing. I did not create it. I'm even embarrassed that I have to be the one to share it...I am not that eloquent...I'm feeling more and more like a Moses and less and less like an Aaron every day.
But, I want to help the Lord. I want to serve the Lord, and I'll be an instrument in His hands to share His message.
However, I have some good endings! Well, Sunday finally came and we had tried every lead...and were pretty much relying on the Lord for success (as in investigators actually coming to church). They all pretty much said no. I sat down next to my past companion (Inna - Sister Yarova) and talked about her week and her really cute orange skirt! No investigators. (Insert sad face here)
But, I love Inna! She is such an amazing girl! (She also gave her first talk yesterday about the scriptures!)
Well, I go up to direct the music and in walks a member with three strangers. (Insert a look of bewilderment and shock and a HUGE smiley face)
The song ends and I begin to return to my seat when brat Volodimir grabs me and tells me to make friends! Well, I happily sit down and try not to be too disruptive...
Basically, to make long storry short - two of the three are not members! One is a beautiful mother who wants to learn all about the gospel! They were found through a member in North Carolina (He is actually from L'viv and was visiting this week...but now lives in America....He found the church in New Mexico on an Indian Reservation! He was at a stop and found "Another Testament of Jesus Christ!") Well, he was later baptized in Las Vegas...and loves the church and has the most solid testimony I've ever seen! He is just so certain that the church is true...he came back to Ukraine and just radiated the gospel so much he found 2 people to bring to church with him! So, they came! I was just floored. The women's name is Kristina and I have never met someone as curious and willing to meet as her! She has a beautiful 10 mo. old baby and is going through a divorce. She is beautiful and I don't even care how many times I tell you!
Well, what a miracle!
THEN, we went to visit a less active member who just makes me humble! She is an angel. She has a broken arm and the doctor's don't know how to set it. She's had it for at least a year.
Well, we were reading the scripture in Romans about nothing can tear us away from the love of God and she told me that only we ourselves do it. And I thought about how profound that was. How many times do I doubt or let unbelief take over and forget to rely on the perfect love of the Savior?
Well, I love you! I am so thankful for you!
You are amazing!
I hope you have a great trip!
Give sandy and will a big hug for me...but don't squeeze sandra too hard...we don't want anything to pop out too early!
Love you!
Love,
Sister Murphy
Monday, July 5, 2010
July 5: Letter to Sandra
(Some pictures of the Ukrainian temple. Scroll down to see more.)
Well,
I spent some time on G-ma's letter! So, I don't have much time. Aren't emotions crazy and fun? I look back at this last week, and well, it was just up and down! But, every Monday it starts back on top! It's great. We've been eating some fun foods: whole grains and fresh fruit, stir fry, and burnt apple pie (that was our fault. Elder Rayburn made it, but it didn't finish cooking. So, we brought it home, and well...we have the worst oven. It can take five minutes...you never know...from being raw...to black! Can you imagine?) Speaking of food. I am hungry now!
So, I love working with Sister Robinson. She is wonderful and is just an amazing example for me! I want to be a much better companion! I also love how positive we are; we are not giving up, and everyday we talk about baptism - who can get baptized, talk about it with investigators and members, and the time we have left for it to happen. We are especially excited to see a family get baptized. I love baptism, and I love this goal. I love it because it is the only way, and the way leads right to the temple! It is about making covenants with God and progressing to possess all that He has for us!
Oh, Sister Robinson and I have a new goal: we do not want to teach in the church this week. But if we do, there will be a member present during the lesson! We have some memers who are ready to support us this week, and we have a few investigators who have already invited us to meet their families! I am super excited!
Well, yesterday we had a lesson with the family that found the gospel through a cімя declaration. They are an amazing family! We then decided to do a stop-by of a less active. We didn't know anything about her and were a little hesitant to attempt a visit at the end of the day. Well, there were a few "bumps in the road", but we didn't give up and continued the 45 minute walk down the most beautiful road in L'viv and were completely surprised to find Sister Bogdana. She said it might have been a year since the missionaries had visited her. We didn't have much time, but we talked to her about our new goal and shared with her a message about faith. She was overwhelmed to tears. It made me so grateful for this work and for humble people who try to live the gospel depsite their trials. She has health problems and cannot sit down. However, she has been a member of the church for 4 years and is also reading the Book of Mormon for the 4th time. She studies and ponders and wants to come to church! We want to help her - and to help her share the gospel!
I wish I could tell you all of the amazing things that are happening in L'viv! I love serving the Lord!
We are working are hardest and no not seeing many fruits. But, I am not giving up. We have 3 weeks until the sisters go to Kiev to do the open house, and that means we need to find someone who is serious this week! I want to just talk to everyone until I find the one!
How are you and your little family doing?
Families are perfect. They need the gospel. Don't you! Doesn't it bless your life? Doesn't it strengthen your family! I know it does!
I think you are doing a great job at living life! I like how much fun you had this week and still the diligence you manifested! I know you are not perfect, but just for my sake, don't think about what you didn't do right this week and just be grateful that you have the right knowledge to act and be better always! You are strong and the Lord will continue to strenthen us!
I am also trying to not be too distracted my my weaknesses and just keep going! I hope that I am giving Him my all!
Grandma is amazing! 500 dollars should be more than enough...I hope...that's like...well...I'll buy you some souviners...(LATER...not now)...
Thank you so much.
and...well, I don't like talking about home. It makes me sad, but I guess it does make me work harder when I realize how quick it will go. I want to get so much done.
The work here is hard and I want to SEE the fruits, all the way to the temple. SO, I'll try to just work harder!
Oh, my body is missing you: I too pee like 100 times a day, my back hurts, and well I'm doing everything I can to loose weight. I also get small headaches, but I just have to drink more water (AND THEN I HAVE TO PEE EVEN MORE. It's ridiculous.)
Well, I want to write to a few old investigators!
I love you!
Love,
Sister Murphy
July 5: Letter to Thompsons
(The Ukrainian Temple)
We had a great week of it! We taught our English class all about American history and sang God Bless America and the National Anthem. Sister Robinson and I definitely thought it was interesting!
Then we had a party on Saturday. We had a few disappointments, but overall it was a big success! Especially the Apple pies Elder Rayburn made! We also made some cmachno choc. chip cookies! It was fun, and we sang for the members. We reminded them of the significance of the revolution and the restoration. They were all really grateful! Just think about it. This is God's work. He directs it. He even creates new countries to establish and lay the foundation of his work. That is why we celebrated with them!
Well, it was an interesting week!
We have two branches here in L'viv. They are great! We have some really supportive members whom I already love so much. I love being united and serving them! I want to do more! On Friday we are doing sister exchanges with the members. We alternate between the branches. It has been really fun! Last Friday, I went with the branch President's wife. It was an unforgettable experience! She is a character and absolutely beautiful! Well, I'll just say, I learned a lot about myself and a lot about her!
The next day at our celebration of Independance, she just made me laugh with her competitive spirit. We played red-rover...until she ran across and flew back as if launched from a sling shot as she attempted to break the bond between her husband (the Branch Pres.) and Elder Rayburn. She didn't fall...her husband caught her...how? I cannot explain. So, then we switched to duck duck goose - katchka katchka hydza! That was the most hilarious moment of my mission. We have some films that hopefully caught the insanity!
Well, on Wednesday we ate our first watermelon! We were having a book stand, and I wasn't to thrilled. People were not being very nice to me. So, our Branch Mission Leader went to buy us some treats! I was so thankful! He bought us each a lovely peach, and then we split a small watermelon! LOVE LIFE!
Our other branch president is just as wonderful. He is a busy man, and he has lots of energy! His wife and baby are even more wonderful! He works about 4 different jobs and even drives to Poland and back w/o sleep! He always worries about us and makes sure to find us the best deals on fresh fruit in the city! Thanks to him we've had some of the best strawberries and cherries of the summer! Wow, it is summer! CRAZY!
The weather changes as often as I crave ice cream. :) (However, I am learning to be temperate, unlike the weather!) It makes life interesting that is for sure. I now cordinate to my umbrella when I get dressed in the morning. It can shower, storm, drizzle, and burn an innocent missionary on the walk to the apartment all in one day.
Today we are going to go as a district to a beautiful park in the center of the city and eat some nice bread and maybe write a letter to you!
I appreciate your thoughts and your love! I love you very much!
never has a missionary had more support than I have!
I wish I could share with you everything! But, time does not allow it!
So, take all the love you can but know that I'm sharing it with all of the Ukrainians in L'viv!
I love you!
Love,
Sister Murphy
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