March 10

Dear Family and Friends,

Well, I just wanted to start off by letting you know that transfers are next week and there's a good possibility that I'll be leaving. I know I've said that before though, and there are no guarantees. But for the time being, just send any letters to the mission office. I'll let you know next week what happens.

This past week has been pretty great. For the most part it was a normal week. Lots of knocking on doors and trying to contact people. We're teaching several people who seem to be doing pretty good. And the weather is getting really nice. I'm trying to enjoy it before it gets too hot.

On Wednesday we had exchanges, so I was in a different area for the day. It was a lot of fun. I was with Sister Seastrand for the day. She's from Las Vegas and was super fun and sweet ( I didn't get a picture with her though, so sorry about that.)

And then on Saturday Devon was baptized, which was great. He was so excited and happy. And he had a ton of family that came to support him. The service was great and the spirit was so strong. I know it's a day that I'll never forget and I hope that he won't forget it either. I feel so blessed that I got to teach him and help him make the choice to be baptized.

And then yesterday we met with Bethany, who is doing so great. She's such an inspiration to me. Her faith is so strong and she's loving the gospel more and more everyday. It's been so great to continues to teach her and learn from her. I'm excited to see how the gospel continues to help her in the future.

I guess the greatest part about this week is that I was reminded so many times of why I chose to come out on a mission. Yes, it's hard to leave everything behind for 18 months, but I have been blessed beyond measure by my Heavenly Father. I want to share that knowledge with everyone. I want everyone to know that they have a loving Heavenly Father who wants them to be happy. And that there is a way to be happy, which is through living the gospel of Jesus Christ. I know that God lives and loves us. I know that He sent His son to die for us. And I know that as we learn His teachings and stive to be obedient to Him, we can be truly happy both in this live and after we die. And I love that I get to share this knowlede with others everyday.

Well, sorry this letter is super short, but I'm out of time and didn't have a terribly exciting week. But I do love and miss you all and will write more next week!

Love Always,

Baylee