Week 25

Monday, April 17, 2017

Hey Y'all

So guys, I just had the funnest week of my life so far. Transfers happened. But these weren't just any transfers, they were emergency transfers. Big difference haha. But I got a call saying I was staying one more in Praia, the big city of Cabo Verde, where you can find pretty much whatever you need. Then on Monday night, Elder Bisk, AP, asked me if President called. I said no and after wards was kinda stressing out a bit. Then after DM, President texted me to call him, so I did. And come to find out I got transfered to Cova Figueira, in Fogo. Completely different life style than Praia. Here, there is pretty much nothing compared to Praia. And so that was my week. But there is good from this week. The good is that Easter came. 

Last night we watched a Easter video at a FHE, and it was incredible. I am just so greatful for Him and His sacrifice for us. I know that whatever we are going through that He will be there for us. And even in times of trouble He will always be there for us. I read from somewhere this story that I love so much. 

This guy, one day, was looking back at his life with Christ at his side. Every experience he had was defined by a set of footprints in the sand on the beach. He could see everything in his life, all the good, bad, fun, sad, etc. At some points, there were 2 sets of footprints and at times, only one. He asked Christ "How come you didn't walk with me when I needed you most? Why weren't you with me when I felt so alone?  Why was I abandoned by you?" But then Christ looked at him, and with Mercy in His heart, and Grace in His eyes, he said to the man, "I was with you 110% of the time. Those moments where there is only one set of footprints wasn't you being alone or abandoned. It was Me carrying you in my arms. I have graven you in the palms of My hands." Let us all remember the Savior, as He always remembers us. Love you all. Keep up the good work back home!

Elder Nelson

 

Hey Mom,

 

Yes I did get transfered to Fogo, which translates to Fire in Portuguese. It's cool here. A lot less people and a lot less things to do. It's really weird. And I forgot to mention that I am whitewashing. Yay me!!! haha. It'll be fun. And I actually have a comp who will be exactly obedient cause he wants to be and it's what's asked of him. I am so happy haha. And I am glad that you are all doing good there at home. I pray for you guys every day and hope that you all feel my love over there. I also have a few things I need like really bad. And don't get mad or anything but here is the list haha. Most of the things too I can't find here in Fogo, or in Cabo Verde in general haha

1. Good durable shoes that look missionary appropriate. My feet are 11 inches long. They have some here, but elders have said that the material sucks and don't last long at all, especially in Fogo, where it's mountains and lava rocks everywhere. Brown colour as well. Sorry about that you can use money from my account to pay for the shipping or the shoes, whichever is more expensive. 

2. blistex, neosporin, athletes foot cream, shoelaces, and then ,my white basketball shorts in my dresser. They should be there. And I did get my other package. thank you so much for the food and bubbles haha. I will try to get pictures to you next week. Love you all 

Elder Nelson.