It's transfer week and I'm headed down to Gulf Breeze. It's kinda funny as it's in the district and I'll be able to see Elder B (my current companion) at least once a week. I'm going to be working with Elder B. He actually lived with Elder G and I for a week (bed bugs) so I know him a little bit. He's a good guy so I'm pretty excited. Anyway, I'll be back in Pensacola next transfer for a day or so with Elder B! =) I'm not particularly happy about leaving Pensacola as I rather like Pensacola but I don't mind it all that much. Plus I'll get to hang out with the C's (a really cool senior couple in Gulf Breeze- they kind of remind me of Mom and Dad but with a greater love for Cracker Barrel and white hair).
Anyway, it's been a busy week. We've been moving people, going on exchanges to Navarre and Pace, and all sorts of stuff. I enjoyed my time in Pace and it was nice to get to know Elder S the zone leader up there a little better. Plus we taught a ton of people! It just felt great since we were teaching almost all day. We've been working with S more and she is fantastic. We talked mostly about the Atonement, the Resurrection, the spirit world, and temples. It was rather funny since Elder V (he serves in Navarre and was here for a little bit) mentioned temples and she had an inquisitive look on her face. "Temples?" she asked. Elder V showed her a picture of the temple and her face just was so funny. She loved what we taught and talked about how much peace it brings her when we come by and how she loves what we teach as she is "filtering in through her mind and it connects with her heart." She feels it is true! I have high hopes for her, but alas! I am leaving... =(
Sorry, ran out of time.
I know I always apologize for not taking more pictures.
I made the Grandma C's breakfast rolls (see picture below). They were pretty good but just different than I remembered them. The sauce was very saucy and not very carmely. Still delicious.
LOVE AND MISS YOU ALL!
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Elder Matthew Carlson
