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Elder Smoot & Elder Magalhães (?)
Monday, January 31, 2011
Wk - 26 Last week of another transfer? 6 months?.. crazy
Area: Campo Maior
Companion: Elder Braga
little cut or whatever, im starting to loose my patience with this
computer! haha Thanks for the pics mom! Man my bro is a stud.. and
Jenna lookin good, as always.
So tuesday was pretty wild. We got a call monday night telling us we
have an emergency Zone Conference today..... ya im not sure what that
means either. He pretty much talked about sin the whole time, so
obviously our mission has problems.. but it was cool. We got 3 new
rules and i saw Elder Stewart and stuff so it wasnt too bad. It was
pretty funny actually. Most people were like, ´great, 3 new rules to
break´ haha. Its kind of ridiculous but they were pretty funny rules.
So mom, if you already bought a CTR ring, go ahead and send it, but if
no, dont buy one. Ill explain later. So we got back to the house just
starving after training because they didnt give us lunch so we ate and
then went out to work.... or talk to our neighbor for 3 hours. haha my
comp likes to talk to her and really she is way cool and we did teach
her, but it was pretty ridiculous.
Wednesday i went running with elder Iverson in the morning. It was
pretty cool, and yes Elder iverson is from Bountiful. He is pretty
cool and is still confused a lot, but he is super goofy, i love having
him here. After the morning, it was a pretty normal day.
Thursday was pretty normal.. lots of walking, talkin with some less
actives that have some problems, which less actives is a huge problem
in Brasil. And we got home late, which was pretty annoying. My comp is
good and i love him, its just a little annoying when we dont always
follow the rules, but i am thankful for a pretty good comp. I read
tay´s blog and think about my first comp and other stuff and it could
definitely be worse here, so i love it still.
Friday We went to Ana´s house and she never seems interested when we
teach. But today she started praying and just started crying. That was
pretty cool. I love to see when they are actually doing what we ask
and you feel the spirit like that. I like this area too, because if we
pass by a members house, depending on the member, almost always, and
sometimes investigators too, will just give us a little snack, its
awesome. I am never hungry, so i better start running more cuz im not
liking it haha. But i eat a lot here.
Saturday There was a baptism so we went and invited lots of our
investigators then literally ran to the baptism because we were late,
and we ran for like a mile and a half. It was awkward running with
bags and in church clothes, but hey... im in the middle of nowhere it
feels like. So We had the baptism and that night i had a good talk
with Elder Almeida. He is a stud. He is a good all around guy and
works hard. I think my comp has some problems so i was advised to help
him a little. He doesnt really love the pres and what not so I gotta
help. Anyway he is a good guy.
Sunday we had church. And like other sundays, no investigators. It is
kind of frustrating because all of your baptisms get cancelled when
they dont show up, because they have to go twice... so its
disappointing... but what can ya do. Later that day i heard someone
blasting U2 and man it made my day. It was so good to here something
other than Forró! (its a type of music) Then it rained super hard and
we took cover in a little store...
so onto sunday night/monday morning.... At like 2 AM i was sleeping
and my comp taps me on the arm. He was sitting on the floor and was
saying he wasnt feeling good. He was throwing up and had horrible
diarrhea. I got up and he had no energy so i carried him over close to
the bathroom. I gave him a little food and he just threw it all up. I
woke up Elder Almeida and me and him gave my comp a blessing. After
the blessing they both said he needs to go to the hospital. so Almeida
and Iverson went to get a taxi. They showed up and my comp was so weak
that i had to get him dressed and carry him out to the car. We got to
the hospital and i carried him in and onto a bed. They came in and
gave him an IV to feel better. like 30 sec later I walked out in the
hall with Elder Iverson and he just collapsed! I helped him up and he
said ´Elder Smoot its happening again!´ So i helped him down to the
ground and he just passed out. it was soooo wierd! But i picked him
back up and onto a wheelchair and into the same room as Elder Braga
and he got an iv too. so the two of them were chillin there with IVs
and me and Almeida were like ´what is this!´ But it all turned out
good and Iverson and almeida left at like 4 am and walked a mile and a
half home. And i left at about 6 30 with Elder Braga and we had to
walk home too because there were no taxis there.... So it was an
eventful morning! When we got home, i realized i didnt grab keys on
the way out! So i had to ask the neighbor to jump the fence into our
backyard to wake up the other elders to get in. The rest of the day
weve been sleeping and what not. Im still pretty tired, but it was
pretty dang exciting! Everyone is good now and we are off and going.
Well sorry i dont have more time! Love you guys and have a great week!
Elder Smoot
Monday, January 24, 2011
Wk 25 - Time Flies
Area: Campo Maior
Companion: Elder Braga
I cant beleive its already P day again. This week had some changes, but it was good. I like it when the week goes fast, its pretty cool.
Last tuesday we did some good work, i still feel like we could do more, but it was good. But the exciting thing is that at 10 pm we were all just sitting, talking, getting ready for bed and what not, and we get a call. We here that there is an emergency transfer and the Elder Magalhães is leaving in the morning at 6 am. I gotta say you have to be on your toes in this mission! the transfers are completely random sometimes, but its pretty exciting.
Wednesday we went to the transfer at 6 to watch him leave and then later the new comp of Elder Almeida arrived... Elder Iverson. Anyway later we had some good lessons and it wasnt a bad day.
Thursday... HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM! did you get the video? haha good stuff. The day started off slow... as usual the afternoon right after lunch everyone is sleeping and/or eating... so its hard sometimes. Anyway we ended up stopping at this one house that had a bird sitting out and talked to them for a while. After about 4 o clock is when things pick up a little more. So it started slow, but by the end of the night, we didnt have time to do all of our visits, it was nice.
Friday started off really rough again. All of our appointments werent home right after lunch and we had a reference that just told us more or less where it was. So we had to ask like 4 houses to figure out who it was. Turns out it was this girl that talked to the missionaries like 10 years ago and likes to hear the lessons, so that was a help to our day. Anyway her name is Valdelice. Also that night some missionaries came from Teresina (because our district is part of teresina) and they were doing a split and doing a baptismal interview. Turns out one was a Brasilian that arrived with me and was in my room in the CTM. So that was cool to see him again. And they brought my package from the Andersons for me! That book was pretty cool! Tell them thanks for me.
Saturday we were going to lunch, and the new American started to feel pretty bad. He had a stomach ache and everything, which is pretty normal here haha. But we were going to lunch and the other two said we have seperate lunch today, or that two people will give us lunch today. So they had me go with elder Iverson to a house that was a little closer in case he had more problems we could get home faster. It was wierd but really cool because he doesnt speak or understand a lot yet because he was in Texas for 2 months so i had to do all of the talking and conversing. Anyway we went home for a little bit to wait for the other two and it just started pownding rain! Anyway it finally stopped and later that day the other elders had another baptism and it was cool because when it was raining i was studying with elder iverson to give a talk at the baptism and he did pretty good so it was cool. Good day.
Sunday there was nothing real exciting.. Just church and an amazing lunch which was nice. I am so thankful for the blessing of being able to speak pretty good and understand most everything now. I remember when i was like Elder Iverson... its hard. But i have been tryin to help him and make it easier for him and he is learning fast. He studies hard and is really obedient so im sure it will come.
Today was pretty cool. We just shoppedand stuff but I bought some soccer shoes to play around in and helped Elder Iverson get some stuff. Since ive already tried a lot of the food i could show him what is good and not good to buy haha its pretty cool.
Well just another Happy Birthday mom! And now tomorow, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TALIA! The years just keep passin and with out even realizing it we are gettin old! I always remember wanting to grow up, but when you grow up, you just want to stay young!
I can only think of a couple more things that would be sweet in a package.. 1st- Pepto Bismol. Its a quick fix and it helps a lot. and i help a lot of other people with it too. 2nd- if you can, i would love some cereal. Some Captain crunch, or a fruity pebbles or something... it would be nice. So if you cant dont worry, but just ideas.
Campo Maior has been pretty awesome so far! the ward is like a family and i like the members a lot. I get fed a lot of food from the members at lunch and all and havent been hungry at all! I am starting to have a little gut actually its ridiculous. the weather has been pretty chilly lately. I have to keep the fan really low or ill wake up really cold. The house is pretty nice, it has some spiders and bugs and all, but a lot less then most of the houses here. I just sleep with the net now, thanks Rex Family! The other american bought one today too, he was sick of the bugs at night. and i just sleep in the bed. I use the hammocks to take naps and stuff on p day and at night, but i like the bed with net thing. It is kinda wierd to use... but it works so why not?
My clothes are fine and still in great condition. Havent had any problems. and i did get that hair product from Tal. Thanks a lot. I use it when the sun is shining hard and man it smells really good. I still havent seen tammys package, but ill keep you updated. The jump rope is good and i think the Elder Iverson wants to start running in the morning! Finally. So that should be cool. My comp is still sleepin, but at least he is cool. Ill try to influence him a little more, maybe send me an airhorn? haha that would be so funny.
Well I was studying the conference talks this week and i really liked the talk of Bishop Richard C. Edgley- Faith, the choice is yours. I think its cool that we dont always control what happens in life, but we always control how we react. So above everything, always choose faith and choose to be happy. Like in Ether 12:6 we dont gain a testimony until after the trial of our faith.
I better get going so have an awesome week! Love you all,
Elder Smoot
Monday, January 17, 2011
Pictures from Campo Maior
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| Member house that has a bird |
The bird gets mad when you get close to it.
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| Turtle at a members house |
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| Another picture of the Turtle |
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| Brazilian Dog in the background |
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| A place to buy meat |
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| Basketball Standard on the lake |
Wk 24 - What is this.. like week 3?
Area: Campo Maior, Brazil
Companion: Elder Braga
Boa Tarde todo mundo! Como esta as coisas? Bom? Beleza.
Tuesday i started workin out with the jump rope. It was pretty sweet. I felt pretty stupid at first, but after a weeks practice i think im gettin the hang of it! Also this day we met Maria de lurdez. I guess her sons were baptised and were less actives. We took the list and started visiting people now his mom is taking the lessons.... One problem. She has got to go to Church! pretty common problem it looks like.
Wednesday we had a District meeting in the morning, which is pretty good. Its funny here because there are a few members that like to come and listen to our meeting sometimes.Also we taught Eliane again. When we teach her, she seems like she is doing so well. Asking questions about the Book of Mormon and everything... So the lessons are going good with her.
Thursday We went to maria de Lurdez again and also found Ana. It was funny because we had an incorrect address and we ended up finding Ana. We went there twice and first time she seemed really mad at us for taking her time and the second she was accepting the lesson and stuff, so it was cool to see the change. but again... go to Church! And Later that day i learned something really cool! I learned that my water proof shoes work great! up until the water goes above the shoe haha. We were walkin in this low water, but its always that one step to step in a spot a little too deep... Game Over.
Friday i had a split with Elder Almeida. He is a stud. He was baptized just over 2 years ago and now hes on the mission teaching other people. he has such a strong testimony and it was cool to teach with him. Those pics with the turtle and the bird were this day. We have a member at this house and her mom isnt a member so we went and taught her and saw her cool pets. Anyway, we marked a baptism, and we were working in my area, and things were lookin pretty good. We talked to a few members and how they need to give us references to work efficiently. So it was a good day.
Saturday we talked with Geani. she is a type of person that she beleives bits and peices of all of the religions. She has a huge problem with smoking. So we´ll see what we can do there. Also we talked with Liliane. So Eliane, Liliane, and Michaele are all friends. We have been teaching them all and they commited to go to church on sunday... but they didnt. Its tough sometimes, but we´ll keep working.
Sunday was the normal church, but for some reason my comp was a little unhappy, which isnt normal. he is a goofy dude so it was obvious somethin was up. So i guess he spends a lot of time talkin to girls. We have this really cool neighbor, she is about 20, and i see him talkin to her sometimes, and ive talked with her too. And i think there was something going on that the members were starting to talk that he was flirting with girls and stuff. Anyway he sits by girls at church too, but now he doesnt sit by anyone. Anyway i guess i need to watch out for my comp. he was a little mad because he doesnt see a problem with it, but ya i dont know. What do i do? Things are still pretty good though.
today we played basketball in the morning. Its really funny. Everyone loves to challenge the American! haha. Its pretty fun.
Well I guess thats about it. I was really thinking about repentance this week. We teach about it a lot. I decided that there really is nothing we can do about the past, but learn from it. There are so many regrets in life, so many things we should have done, so many things we shouldnt have, but its all made good through repentance. Its pretty cool. Also, there was a little 13 yr old girl that died on a motor cycle this past week... or the other week i dont remember, but i am so thankful for the plan of salvation.
Well keep it real and ill talk to ya sooner or later.
Elder Smoot
Companion: Elder Braga
Boa Tarde todo mundo! Como esta as coisas? Bom? Beleza.
Tuesday i started workin out with the jump rope. It was pretty sweet. I felt pretty stupid at first, but after a weeks practice i think im gettin the hang of it! Also this day we met Maria de lurdez. I guess her sons were baptised and were less actives. We took the list and started visiting people now his mom is taking the lessons.... One problem. She has got to go to Church! pretty common problem it looks like.
Wednesday we had a District meeting in the morning, which is pretty good. Its funny here because there are a few members that like to come and listen to our meeting sometimes.Also we taught Eliane again. When we teach her, she seems like she is doing so well. Asking questions about the Book of Mormon and everything... So the lessons are going good with her.
Thursday We went to maria de Lurdez again and also found Ana. It was funny because we had an incorrect address and we ended up finding Ana. We went there twice and first time she seemed really mad at us for taking her time and the second she was accepting the lesson and stuff, so it was cool to see the change. but again... go to Church! And Later that day i learned something really cool! I learned that my water proof shoes work great! up until the water goes above the shoe haha. We were walkin in this low water, but its always that one step to step in a spot a little too deep... Game Over.
Friday i had a split with Elder Almeida. He is a stud. He was baptized just over 2 years ago and now hes on the mission teaching other people. he has such a strong testimony and it was cool to teach with him. Those pics with the turtle and the bird were this day. We have a member at this house and her mom isnt a member so we went and taught her and saw her cool pets. Anyway, we marked a baptism, and we were working in my area, and things were lookin pretty good. We talked to a few members and how they need to give us references to work efficiently. So it was a good day.
Saturday we talked with Geani. she is a type of person that she beleives bits and peices of all of the religions. She has a huge problem with smoking. So we´ll see what we can do there. Also we talked with Liliane. So Eliane, Liliane, and Michaele are all friends. We have been teaching them all and they commited to go to church on sunday... but they didnt. Its tough sometimes, but we´ll keep working.
Sunday was the normal church, but for some reason my comp was a little unhappy, which isnt normal. he is a goofy dude so it was obvious somethin was up. So i guess he spends a lot of time talkin to girls. We have this really cool neighbor, she is about 20, and i see him talkin to her sometimes, and ive talked with her too. And i think there was something going on that the members were starting to talk that he was flirting with girls and stuff. Anyway he sits by girls at church too, but now he doesnt sit by anyone. Anyway i guess i need to watch out for my comp. he was a little mad because he doesnt see a problem with it, but ya i dont know. What do i do? Things are still pretty good though.
today we played basketball in the morning. Its really funny. Everyone loves to challenge the American! haha. Its pretty fun.
Well I guess thats about it. I was really thinking about repentance this week. We teach about it a lot. I decided that there really is nothing we can do about the past, but learn from it. There are so many regrets in life, so many things we should have done, so many things we shouldnt have, but its all made good through repentance. Its pretty cool. Also, there was a little 13 yr old girl that died on a motor cycle this past week... or the other week i dont remember, but i am so thankful for the plan of salvation.
Well keep it real and ill talk to ya sooner or later.
Elder Smoot
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