April 4

Well, it is shaping out to be a good month, but with some unfortunate turn of events that could happen. So we have 3 people that have baptism dates for this month, and we just had a baptism on friday! Sorry i dont have the pictures yet, but ill send them next week. Her name is Alondra and she is 8 years old, we did almost nothing expect teach, it was awesome. And that will be the same for two other baptisms this month, the families are doing all of the work. It is truly great to see the missionary work done by the right people, THE WARD!!! It even says so in Preach My Gospel, we as missionaries shouldnt find people, rather only teach the people that the ward finds. Unfortunately we havent really recieved that. We had interviews this last week and we were given strong words that the president might close our area this next transfer. It will be decided tomorrow or wednesday. We are sad to know that it could happen, but we know that it would be better for the ward. The ward really isnt doing much except for two families. Its sad. Nevertheless, we are forging on and leaving the ward with baptisms to do themselves.
As for me, i am happy. I have been thinking about my time here and how i have spent it, and if it is my fault for the possible closure. I have come to the conclusion that i have done all thats possible to help this area. We havent wasted time in any aspect and we have been diligent to the end. This alone brings peace to my soul. I have seen other people cry at this, but i know that it is for the betterment of the ward. But i do hope that the ward will change for the better and soon.
I love my time here, and i loved conference even more. I cant wait for the liahona to come out so i can tear through it.


Elder Washburn

no i havent received the package, but next week i will