It was a good week. We were able to go out with our Bishop on Tuesday. We visited a lot of members who don't come to church as often. It was a really good time to hang out with him, he's a good guy. He doesn't pretend to be someone that he's not and you can really tell that he cares about the members of the ward. However, that doesn't prevent him from making things fun. I have been very blessed to have good Bishops in my Wards. We also went out with a few of the Priests. It was a good time and hopefully we have them a feel for what missionary work is.
It is extremely hot and humid, and I will continue to complain about it because I was not made to be in this kind of weather. We look for every opportunity to be inside, whether that be mooching off rides from the youth, or going to the store to get a drink. I think the worst part for me is not being dry. You are wet from the moment you wake up to the moment you go to sleep. It's a good time though.
One thing that is difficult is knowing when to politely cut someone off in a conversation. If given the chance, Floridians will talk forever. People are nice though. They usually see our faces dripping with sweat and offer us water. We run into many people who say, "I've already found Jesus. You're doing a great job." It's sad cause we want to talk to them but their support is helpful.
On Friday night, we biked to a member's house to give them a bag back that they gave us. We knocked on the door and they immediately invited us in. Before we knew it, we were having dinner with them and went on a walk with the family. While we were out, I saw someone playing street hockey in their driveway. I went over and asked him a few questions. He knew a lot about hockey and we had that instant connection. While we were talking, his mom came out and said they were going on a run so we couldn't keep talking, but we told him we'd stop by another night.
Early Sunday morning, at 3:31, we woke up and went outside to see a rocket launch. It was pretty cool because of how long it took the sound to get to where we were. It was really cool to us because of how tired we were but it was pretty underwhelming.
We have been working hard with the members and we are seeing more and more, the interest they have in missionary work. They have talked to us a lot about how they can help. We haven't received any referalls but we have faith that things are going to get rolling.
Hopefully this wasn't a boring email. I sadly dont have any pictures, but I love y'all and want you to know that God lives. Have a great week!
Elder Poulsen
