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Week 47

I loved this week! I'm in love with the Hixson ward and I have the best companion in the world. I'm being spoiled spiritually and my mind is clearer that it has ever been. There wasn't anything huge that happened this week to make it a good one, but I was just happy everyday and I am genuinely enjoying the work! 
Highlights:
Thanksgiving! We spent it with the district and we had dinner with the Harringtons. Spending time with the district revived me haha, we played lots of card games and ate a big lunch. Our district is really united and we are all pretty close which is refreshing. 
The elders found a drowned mouse in the kitchen sink at the church and put it on the hood of our car under a bowl.. It scared me so bad and it was nasty. Sometimes I forget that elders are just 18year old boys haha. 
I had a ton of meetings this week and it was pretty stressful, but I'm getting the hang of it slowly but surely. Because of these meeting going late, I have missed out on a lot of sleep this week. So I took a 2 hour nap today and it felt fantastic. 
I spent a lot of time with members this week and it always amazed me how much there is to learn from them. One specific member, Sister Wanda Jo Cooke (the one in the pink sweater) I have bonded with so much, and her story is inspiring. She lives alone and has every reason to be upset with God, but instead she thanks him for her trials and is always turning outward to help and serve other people. And it makes her happy and cures the sadness and hurt that she has once felt in her life. She's amazing! 
I love this season and all the happiness that is spread this time of year. I'm super excited for Christmas!!! It's just around the corner! I hope everyone enjoys this season and don't forget to find oppritunities to serve the people around you! Love y'all!!

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