Change

I worked the evening shift this week, so there's not much to report.  I was very sad to see Elder K. leave. It's tough saying goodbye to someone who has lived in your home for the past 9 months, but I know it was time and I am glad that he will get a chance to grow in his new responsibilities.  My mom told me that on the evening of when Elder K. left, Elder B. came up to get his laundry and said "I learned things from Elder K. that he doesn't even know I learned."  He went on to tell my mom that he discovered that he could get more work done if he spent less time goofing off - at least I think that's what she said he said.  WHAT?  Those guys were always out working and having great success.  Can the new guy keep up? 

My real fear is that the new elder will not be as motivated as Elder B.  Oh, by the way the new elder is from Hawaii, and I heard that he has been out about 4 months.  If I am counting right, that gives him 1 month seniority over Elder B.  Elder L. is his name and he seems to be a very friendly person.  He made points with me yesterday, here's the story:  I was out pruning roses in the morning before work and the elders came home from their morning exercises, but they got a ride home.  That seemed strange and when they got out of the car they told me that their keys had been taken and they couldn't get their car.  In the middle of calling around, trying to find the person who had their keys, Elder L. asked if I needed help with my yardwork.  What a great guy.

Anyway as I was saying, I sure hope Elder B. can keep up the pace that he would like to do in his missionary work.  I really admire him for his dedication, and if he does need someone to go out doing missionary work with him, my offer still stands.  I think this change is actually harder on me, than it is on either of the elders, because they just seem to keep going with the work no matter what change happens. 

Always stay positive and share your light with those you meet.  Keep up the prayers for our elders, they need your support.