By Small and Simple Things are Great Things Brought to Pass

Hey Fam,
We had a great week this week. Sounds like things at home are going great too. On Tuesday was the Noche Mexicana in the church and that was fun. We had to leave early because those parties here dont finish until like 2 in the morning. But the food was great so like dad always says, we just had to eat and run. = ) And then we had a zone leaders meeting the mission home on thursday until friday so that was fun too. The week went super fast and it gets harder and harder to keep track of time. We had 3 baptisms on sunday that were awesome. It is ridiculous to see how much Satan will do to keep people from getting baptized. But afterwards, it makes the feeling of being clean just that much better. Sometimes I take for granted being able to baptize each week and forget how special it is. But the Lord is always reminding us of his power and that we need to recognize his hand in all things. And like mom and Rhey, I too am feeling a bit sick. We wash our clothes with family in the ward, but they´ve got a cat, and I am super allergic to it and now I´m not feeling that great. I´m sure it will pass quick though. Each week I am reminded even more of the importance of the members in the missionary work. Without them it would be impossible. Always remember that our example can sometimes be the most effective tool. When the people see us, and recognize the difference, it really makes them think and want to know more. The Lord always has his way of preparing his children to hear the Gospel, and we never know when we will be a part of that. There is no greater joy than knowing you´ve been an instrument in the hands of the Lord. I know that the Lord needed me here, and that he has a plan for each and every one of us. Our job is to be obedient, so that we can experience all the blessings he´s got prepared for us, but if we dont do our part, we´ll never know of the blessings we´re missing out on. I love you all and appreciate all you do for me. Love, Rees P.S. By small and simple things are great things brought to pass

Viva Mexico!!!!!

Hey Guys,
I´m happy to hear all the good news. Sounds like all is great at home. All is great here too. On Tuesday I got my new comp, Elder Valdez. We knew eachother in the first zone I was in so it was exciting to get put with him. We´ve just been workin like crazy this week. He´s a very hard worker so thats good. That will keep us having the success we´ve already had. I´m pretty bummed though because next cycle I´ll be having changes. I´ve already been in this area over 6 months so its a sure thing that they´ll send me somewhere else. But its ok. I´ve always liked change and it´s a great opportunity to change and improve. But for the moment I´m enjoying every minute of my time here in Los Reyes. This zone is the best. I´ve been so blessed to be here sush a long time and to be able to see so many miracles. So ya, that´s about it for now. Not too much goin on. OH! I dont know if you guys know but the 16th of September is independence day in Mexico and on the 15th they throw the biggest parties ever! So tomorrow in our ward the party is gonna be a blast. They rented a bunch of moon bounces for the kids and a mechanical bull!!! I am definitely looking forward to it. I´ll be sure to take plenty of pictures. = ) I love you all and pray for you always. Sorry there isnt much news this week. Thanks for all the love and support. Love, Rees P.S. ¡¡¡VIVA MÉXICO!!!

Count Your Blessings!!!

Hey Fam,
I cant tell you how great it is to hear from everyone and hear that all is well. Sounds like football season will be much more enjoyable this season! Tell Robert congradulations for me. Things here are great as usual. My companion went home on Thursday so I´ve been movin around working with different elders in the zone. It´s been a nice little change and I´ve really enjoyed it. We had 4 more baptisms this week and it was another amazing experience. A little over a month ago, we were walkin in the street and a white VW bug stops in front of us and a lady rolls down the window and says, "my dad is a member and lives in the U.S., he told me I should talk to you guys when I see you". So we went to her house and taught her and her kids and last week her and her daughter got baptized, and this week her 2 cousins and their 2 kids got baptized too. Sometimes we think miracles are crazy out of the ordinary things but its really not like that at all. When people let us into their houses, read the Book of Mormon, pray about it, go to church, or talk to us in the street, those are the miracles the Lord blesses us with each day. It has been so amazing to be able to witness so many miracles and be a part of this amazing work. The Lord has blessed us so much here and is truly preparing people every day to hear the Gospel. Like I´ve said before, I´ve learned that the majority of the elect that the Lord is preparing are friends or family of church members. I can´t even tell you all how much joy it brings to share the Gospel and be an instrument in the Lord´s hands. Dont ever be afraid to open your mouth. The worst feeling is letting an opportunity pass by and regreting it later. Dont let that happen. Make it a habit to share our beliefs with others. If we´re truly LIVING the Gospel, others will have already seen a difference in us, and want to know more. I know this the work of the Lord. It has to be if a bunch of teenagers can keep it moving forward like it is. I love you all and appreciate all your support. Always remember to count your blessing, we are so blessed. Love, Rees