Mom & Dad, We went out into the field on Saturday and it was amazing. The people are exactly what everyone says . . . So humble and willing to listen, and share what little they have. Most of the people didn't have roofs and even more had tarps for some of their walls. We were visiting less active members instead of tracking since it was our first time. The first family we visited was so amazing. We taught them about the importance of attending church and I cried as I bore my testimony and shared a scripture with them, (Alma 14, I think) I can't remember the exact reference. They had tarp walls and dirt floors and they had pictures of their family on the tarps and a huge picture of the Temple. It was so moving. The father said he hadn't been attending church because he worked Sundays but that he was looking for another job so he could go to church. He might have to settle for a job that pays even less than the one he has now, but he said he knew it was worth it to be able to show the Lord his dedication. There were millions of dogs everywhere. On the bus ride over I counted 78 and then I stopped counting because there were just too many. My companions were moved by the dogs. I was moved by the people. Everyone smiles and says hello as you walk down the dirt roads and they are very friendly. My companions said it was just because I look different and have lighter hair and skin. One woman saw us and came up to talk to us. She said she wanted to know what we were teaching so we set up an appointment with her for the missionaries serving in that area. Her name is Matilde. I thought that was pretty cool. I thought people were kidding when they said people would literally come up to you in the street asking to be taught. But it is true. The CCM president said, "you will spend most of your time on your mission teaching people," which is a great blessing because most missionaries spend most of their time looking for people to teach. Next Wednesday we get to go on a shopping spree. Our Spanish companions leave for the mission field and the north Americans go out with the Pres and his wife and shop and see the sites. Lots of ruins around here, so I will try to send pictures. Their money is called soles. One dollar is the equivalent of about 3.75 soles. So things here are very cheap. A lot of Elders are buying suits because they are about the equivalent of 45 bucks, nice suits too. I'm glad to hear things are going well. I really do love it, even if I get frustrated trying to adapt to the new schedule and blend the strict rules from Provo that have stuck with me with the laid back easy going lack of rules that my companions have. They got in big trouble for staying up late, I found out. Hermana Farmer and I go to bed on time every night whether our companions do or not, but someone saw our light on at about 11:00 the other night and they asked our coordinating sister and she said they were studying, but we were in bed. They were not very happy about that. So now everyone goes to bed on time. If only I could get them to eat and walk faster, I'd be elated. How is Zane doing? Has he said anything about my letters and him going on a mission? I've been pretty forward with him. I even asked Talon to talk to him since he once told me that he wished he had gone on a mission. But I want to know if he has. Tell Dad that I love him, and the letter he sent me just before I left Provo was really amazing. It moved me to tears. I don't know if he let you read it but, he said "he felt like an ok guy at a dance with his wonderful wife and kids dancing around him making him look good." Please tell Fabi and Mina that I am sorry for not responding directly but I'm almost out of time. I love them and appreciate their letters and emails. Please email an update to my Branch President and his wife from Provo. I miss them a lot and love them. I pray for them and our old Zone and District all the time. I love you SOOOO much! Chantri
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Letter from Chantri in the Peru MTC
(Chantri on right)
Mom & Dad, We went out into the field on Saturday and it was amazing. The people are exactly what everyone says . . . So humble and willing to listen, and share what little they have. Most of the people didn't have roofs and even more had tarps for some of their walls. We were visiting less active members instead of tracking since it was our first time. The first family we visited was so amazing. We taught them about the importance of attending church and I cried as I bore my testimony and shared a scripture with them, (Alma 14, I think) I can't remember the exact reference. They had tarp walls and dirt floors and they had pictures of their family on the tarps and a huge picture of the Temple. It was so moving. The father said he hadn't been attending church because he worked Sundays but that he was looking for another job so he could go to church. He might have to settle for a job that pays even less than the one he has now, but he said he knew it was worth it to be able to show the Lord his dedication. There were millions of dogs everywhere. On the bus ride over I counted 78 and then I stopped counting because there were just too many. My companions were moved by the dogs. I was moved by the people. Everyone smiles and says hello as you walk down the dirt roads and they are very friendly. My companions said it was just because I look different and have lighter hair and skin. One woman saw us and came up to talk to us. She said she wanted to know what we were teaching so we set up an appointment with her for the missionaries serving in that area. Her name is Matilde. I thought that was pretty cool. I thought people were kidding when they said people would literally come up to you in the street asking to be taught. But it is true. The CCM president said, "you will spend most of your time on your mission teaching people," which is a great blessing because most missionaries spend most of their time looking for people to teach. Next Wednesday we get to go on a shopping spree. Our Spanish companions leave for the mission field and the north Americans go out with the Pres and his wife and shop and see the sites. Lots of ruins around here, so I will try to send pictures. Their money is called soles. One dollar is the equivalent of about 3.75 soles. So things here are very cheap. A lot of Elders are buying suits because they are about the equivalent of 45 bucks, nice suits too. I'm glad to hear things are going well. I really do love it, even if I get frustrated trying to adapt to the new schedule and blend the strict rules from Provo that have stuck with me with the laid back easy going lack of rules that my companions have. They got in big trouble for staying up late, I found out. Hermana Farmer and I go to bed on time every night whether our companions do or not, but someone saw our light on at about 11:00 the other night and they asked our coordinating sister and she said they were studying, but we were in bed. They were not very happy about that. So now everyone goes to bed on time. If only I could get them to eat and walk faster, I'd be elated. How is Zane doing? Has he said anything about my letters and him going on a mission? I've been pretty forward with him. I even asked Talon to talk to him since he once told me that he wished he had gone on a mission. But I want to know if he has. Tell Dad that I love him, and the letter he sent me just before I left Provo was really amazing. It moved me to tears. I don't know if he let you read it but, he said "he felt like an ok guy at a dance with his wonderful wife and kids dancing around him making him look good." Please tell Fabi and Mina that I am sorry for not responding directly but I'm almost out of time. I love them and appreciate their letters and emails. Please email an update to my Branch President and his wife from Provo. I miss them a lot and love them. I pray for them and our old Zone and District all the time. I love you SOOOO much! Chantri
Mom & Dad, We went out into the field on Saturday and it was amazing. The people are exactly what everyone says . . . So humble and willing to listen, and share what little they have. Most of the people didn't have roofs and even more had tarps for some of their walls. We were visiting less active members instead of tracking since it was our first time. The first family we visited was so amazing. We taught them about the importance of attending church and I cried as I bore my testimony and shared a scripture with them, (Alma 14, I think) I can't remember the exact reference. They had tarp walls and dirt floors and they had pictures of their family on the tarps and a huge picture of the Temple. It was so moving. The father said he hadn't been attending church because he worked Sundays but that he was looking for another job so he could go to church. He might have to settle for a job that pays even less than the one he has now, but he said he knew it was worth it to be able to show the Lord his dedication. There were millions of dogs everywhere. On the bus ride over I counted 78 and then I stopped counting because there were just too many. My companions were moved by the dogs. I was moved by the people. Everyone smiles and says hello as you walk down the dirt roads and they are very friendly. My companions said it was just because I look different and have lighter hair and skin. One woman saw us and came up to talk to us. She said she wanted to know what we were teaching so we set up an appointment with her for the missionaries serving in that area. Her name is Matilde. I thought that was pretty cool. I thought people were kidding when they said people would literally come up to you in the street asking to be taught. But it is true. The CCM president said, "you will spend most of your time on your mission teaching people," which is a great blessing because most missionaries spend most of their time looking for people to teach. Next Wednesday we get to go on a shopping spree. Our Spanish companions leave for the mission field and the north Americans go out with the Pres and his wife and shop and see the sites. Lots of ruins around here, so I will try to send pictures. Their money is called soles. One dollar is the equivalent of about 3.75 soles. So things here are very cheap. A lot of Elders are buying suits because they are about the equivalent of 45 bucks, nice suits too. I'm glad to hear things are going well. I really do love it, even if I get frustrated trying to adapt to the new schedule and blend the strict rules from Provo that have stuck with me with the laid back easy going lack of rules that my companions have. They got in big trouble for staying up late, I found out. Hermana Farmer and I go to bed on time every night whether our companions do or not, but someone saw our light on at about 11:00 the other night and they asked our coordinating sister and she said they were studying, but we were in bed. They were not very happy about that. So now everyone goes to bed on time. If only I could get them to eat and walk faster, I'd be elated. How is Zane doing? Has he said anything about my letters and him going on a mission? I've been pretty forward with him. I even asked Talon to talk to him since he once told me that he wished he had gone on a mission. But I want to know if he has. Tell Dad that I love him, and the letter he sent me just before I left Provo was really amazing. It moved me to tears. I don't know if he let you read it but, he said "he felt like an ok guy at a dance with his wonderful wife and kids dancing around him making him look good." Please tell Fabi and Mina that I am sorry for not responding directly but I'm almost out of time. I love them and appreciate their letters and emails. Please email an update to my Branch President and his wife from Provo. I miss them a lot and love them. I pray for them and our old Zone and District all the time. I love you SOOOO much! Chantri
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