The libraries were closed yesterday, and we aren't allowed to use members' computers...so we were given permission to write emails today. It'll be short, since I don't have much time, but I'm grateful that I get to have email time nonetheless!!! =D
Speaking of Labor Day, though, we had an AWESOME ward BBQ yesterday! We helped out a lot, and had a really great time! Elder Langford actually grilled all the burgers for everyone! He was right at home in front of that thing. He later got to toss a football around with a few guys, so he's a happy camper. =]
Since getting a gym membership with my apartment of missionaries a couple weeks ago, I feel like I've actually been getting good workouts in each morning! Along with that, my muscles have been really sore...but all is well! Hopefully I'll be able to make my fitness goals!
I saw a great quote on a billboard this week - "Sooner or later, we all quote our mother." It really made me smile. I thought of my own mother, and then I thought of the army of Helaman - "they did not doubt their mothers knew it." =]
Things are cooling down out here on the east coast...not chilly yet, but the heat is definitely less. The mornings and evenings are really nice now!
This last month, we had zone conference, visited Frank (a recent convert) in Bedford (a 45-minute drive), AND went to Lowell for the Water Festival...but somehow, we managed to stay under our allotted mileage for the month! Not sure how we did that...but I'd say that's an accomplishment. =D
I've been learning so much out here as I serve. I've said it before and I'll say it again - I wouldn't trade this for ANYTHING. I'm so thankful for this chance I have to learn and grow, to be an instrument in the hands of the Lord, and then to allow myself to be changed by those same hands. It's incredible to see the lives of others change, but it's just as incredible to feel the same changes taking place within yourself. There's a lot that I'm trying to work on, but with the Lord by my side, I know I'll succeed. I'm doing my best to be the righteous Melchizedek Priesthood holder, husband, father, and man that He needs me to be.
That probably wasn't all that interesting...more of a random compilation of thoughts and occurrences. Just know that all is well, and I love being a missionary!
Godspeed!
Elder Justin DeLong
Speaking of Labor Day, though, we had an AWESOME ward BBQ yesterday! We helped out a lot, and had a really great time! Elder Langford actually grilled all the burgers for everyone! He was right at home in front of that thing. He later got to toss a football around with a few guys, so he's a happy camper. =]
Since getting a gym membership with my apartment of missionaries a couple weeks ago, I feel like I've actually been getting good workouts in each morning! Along with that, my muscles have been really sore...but all is well! Hopefully I'll be able to make my fitness goals!
I saw a great quote on a billboard this week - "Sooner or later, we all quote our mother." It really made me smile. I thought of my own mother, and then I thought of the army of Helaman - "they did not doubt their mothers knew it." =]
Things are cooling down out here on the east coast...not chilly yet, but the heat is definitely less. The mornings and evenings are really nice now!
This last month, we had zone conference, visited Frank (a recent convert) in Bedford (a 45-minute drive), AND went to Lowell for the Water Festival...but somehow, we managed to stay under our allotted mileage for the month! Not sure how we did that...but I'd say that's an accomplishment. =D
I've been learning so much out here as I serve. I've said it before and I'll say it again - I wouldn't trade this for ANYTHING. I'm so thankful for this chance I have to learn and grow, to be an instrument in the hands of the Lord, and then to allow myself to be changed by those same hands. It's incredible to see the lives of others change, but it's just as incredible to feel the same changes taking place within yourself. There's a lot that I'm trying to work on, but with the Lord by my side, I know I'll succeed. I'm doing my best to be the righteous Melchizedek Priesthood holder, husband, father, and man that He needs me to be.
That probably wasn't all that interesting...more of a random compilation of thoughts and occurrences. Just know that all is well, and I love being a missionary!
Godspeed!
Elder Justin DeLong
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