Spanish-speaking people can't say "Reynolds" correctly, so I just have them call me "Elder Reynaldo" or "Reynaldos" haha. Ethan told me a while ago, that he did the same thing in his mission.
Sounds like winter is making the turn for you all! Crazy to think that it's November. Most days I can't believe it because it's still sunny with blue skies haha. I was worried I was going to get sunburnt the other day because it was a pretty hot day. The weather has been kind of back and forth between cold and hot lately. I don't want to complain too much about the cold though because I know in a few months I'll be wishing for cooler weather! Before I forget, I ordained Parker to the office of a Teacher the Sunday of my farewell talk. Get that recorded! Thanks for the spending updates dad, I had to get a new bike so that's what the larger one was for. I sent Parker a picture of the new one, so you'll have to have him show you the new bike. We just got a bunch of new rules for being on bike too, so I'm going to have to buy a lot more stuff. Being on bike was pretty fun, but now I wish I had a car haha. I don't want to go broke out here! Dad, can you explain to me the service program that the missionaries have there as well? I thought I'd do a lot more service out here, but pretty much the only service I've done has been spur of the moment things that only take a minute or two.
I've actually felt like I've had to use my Spanish more now since my companion isn't a native. He's been out for 4 more months than me, but my Spanish is as good as his, so it actually kind of boosted my confidence. I've gotten pretty down on myself with my Spanish a lot, but I think I'm probably farther along than I think I am. I've got street contacting down, it's actually pretty fun. I always run into some interesting people. I met a guy from Merida (where Ethan served his mission) and got super excited haha. Then last night I met a guy from Cuba. Hispanic people are a lot nicer than others I have run into haha. It's just been a lot of finding in this area, we haven't had too much success with getting new investigators, but I'm hoping that changes soon.
How is Elder Finch doing? Also, dad can you get me Elder Valley's email for me from the stake?
I have a talk I want you all to read (maybe for another FHE). It is called "Unleashing the Dormant Spirit" by F. Enzio Busche. It's a really good talk. I especially like the things he lists at the end, I read those a lot. We had Stake Conference this weekend and the Stake Presidency was reorganized so we had Elder Craig Cardin from the 70, as well as Elder Garns. It was a good weekend. I really enjoy just being able to sit and listen to men like that speak. One thing they emphasized was getting to know your neighbors and sharing the Gospel with those you are close with and also those you meet.
"Every member a missionary!" Always remember that we all (not just the missionaries) have the charge to share what we know with those we know. It is often hard to share something so personal with others, but as we do, our own testimony is strengthened. That's a promise! I bear a short testimony at least 15 times a day as I talk to people on the street. The majority of them don't seem to care what I say or who I am, but a lot of times it is a seed you are planting within them that will make them (maybe eventually) want to learn more. I hope you all are doing well and have a great week! I love you all!
Elder Reynolds
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