Some recent summer pics

July so far

HI FAMILY!

How was this week of summer? I hope that you are enjoying the beach for me. 

Basically Sister Johnson leaving made me realize how much I rely on her and love her. Jeeeeeeez it's like I was saying goodbye to family all over again. She really got me through. This week, I am learning to rely even more on the Lord and it is hard but I am trying to grow.

First things first, when the new missionaries came from the CCM, they brought 2 pieces of mail. One from FFLM, and the other from Denise Baker!!! She had written it weeks ago, but when I got it was perfect timing. Oh boy did I need those words of encouragement. Also, grandma Bev sent me stationary and stamps and that was so kind of her. And mom, the package... my goodness. I felt like Shannon there for a few minutes. I got my TB flats and skirt and could not be happier. Little things like those REALLY help. Thank you a ton. Also the TJ's whey powder made my life. I mix it with a banana and ice and almond milk and am almost as happy as I am after a beach run. The prunes and trail mix were divine. I love that you included baggies so I could make snacks on the go. Those snacks will be perfect for in between meals. 

Two things... Katie, would you be able to print out that photo of us at your wedding? The one of us smiling at each other. I do not have it and I want it because I miss ya! And mom/Al... if you happen to find my short sleeved black Caslon shirt (round neck, not V), would you be able to roll it up and send it in a padded envelop? I am so sorry I keep asking for things. please do not feel inclined to keep sending packages. I know those are expensive! You are the best family. 

So yesterday, Anayh got baptized! Her mom has been coming back to church and she is 9 and decided to get baptized after we taught her these past 7 weeks. She is adorable and I love her so much. The mom, Daisy, is my favorite. She cooks Peruvian food and I love it.

Our friend Judy passed away this week. So, so sad. It was great that we had the opportunity to visit with her four times before she passed. Very sad for both her daughter (who is visiting from out of town to be with her mom) and her son.

We met a mother and daughter from Cuba. The daughter was speaking spanglish for me, and then when I spoke Spanish to her, her eyes got all wide and she looked at my name tag, then back to my face, then my name tag... She cracked me up. She will come to church next Sunday and I know that she will feel that she has found what she has been looking for.

I am so glad that the World Cup is over. Try knocking on Argentinians' doors yesterday... yeah right.

I know that I am here for a reason. I had Sister Johnson last transfer for a reason, but apparently now I can do this alone, so that is what I am going to do. It has been a lonely week... to be totally honest... but I am working to appreciate this time that I have to just focus on spiritual things ONLY. No worldly things at all. It is such a blessing, and I sure need it.

I love you and your letters so much. Mom, that part about missions being hard was perfect. I got it on my hardest day and had a good cry. Then I cried some more in the shower and went to bed, determined to make the next day better. I love that we have so many tomorrows to be better and be happier and nicer. I am working on it. I love you and miss you all more than you know.

xoxoxo

Hermana McCormick