Dear family!
Okay - so this last week was transfers and I have an AWESOME companion. Like I said last week her name is Sister Johnson and she is from Sacramento California. She's pretty fun to be around.
So this last week there a couple of things that happened that were pretty crazy. So on Thursday we got into a car accident. It is pretty crazy just thinking about it. We got hit on the passenger side, so I felt it the most. We were going across an intersection to get gas and it was our turn to go. We went across and this old man (and when I say old, I mean 95 years old) was turning and ran a red light and hit the back bumper on the passenger side. So we pulled off next to Burger King and the guy kept driving. Sister Johnson got mad and we called Elder Coon and he told us to get the license plate and then call 911. That is exactly what we did. We got the license plate, called the police, and waited for them to come. It took a total of 1 1/2 hours to get everything squared out. In the meantime the officer who went to track the car down came back and told us that the old man didn't know he hit us, but there was a mark on his car. That's so crazy that the old man didn't even know that he hit us. So he is now getting his license revoked. NO damage was done to us, but the car is just a little banged up. There is no need to worry. Elder Coon said that we were the perfect example of what to do in a situation like this. We were happy about that.
So this week I made a goal to wake up everyday at 6:30 am. GUESS what? I have been able to wake up at that time. The funny part about it is that I would wake up to Sister Johnson's alarm clock which is like 5 minutes fast. So I have been getting up at 6:25 am! Oh well I have been doing really good and getting up so therefore I have had time to do my hair.
This week has been busy, busy, and Busy! Well today I have another doctors appointment for my wrist.!😁 They weren't able to find anything out, but they are going to be doing some more testing on my wrists I believe. They did take X-Rays on my neck. They think that I might have a pinched nerve. NOT good at all! So next time I get transferred to Twin Falls they are going to test me for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Don't ask me what that means because I have no idea. All I know is that it has to do something with my neck. Dr. Petersen said that this might be the reason why I am shaking so much in my hands and why they are going numb and hurting so much all the time. He also said that I just need to continue to take tylenol. So hopefully we will be able to finally figure what's going on.
I have met so many people who are less active and want nothing to do with the church. It is so sad that they don't know that this will help them to be happy. I just keep thinking of those who don't have that opportunity to know who Christ is. I am so blessed to know that My Savior died for me. That I can one day be able to return to my Heavenly Father and be with my family for forever. I have the gospel in my life and I honestly don't know what I would do without it in my life. I know that this church is true. I know that Joseph Smith translated the Book of Mormon. I know that he saw God the Father and The Savior Jesus Christ. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ Amen.
I hope you guys have a wonderful week and love you all LOTS 💕😘
Love Sister Chelsea Blake
Tuesday, July 5, 2016
Letter to President Curtis1-25-16
Dear President Curtis,
This week has been really busy. We have been doing a lot of contacting throughout the wards and it's sad to see how many people are not interested in the gospel. I sometimes wish that people could see how amazing the gospel is. I know that their day will come and they will realize that we teach the truth.
I have loved being in Rupert, but I know that Paul is where I'm suppose to be. I learned so much from Sister Patterson. Thank you for coming to the baptism. It went really good. Mike and Jerrica were so happy by the end of the day. I wish you could have seen the faces of their family members.
I have to say that I have come to realize that my mission has been a HUGE blessing my life. I have been able to open up when times are hard, to be opened minded and really see what are the needs of the people that are surrounding me. I am doing a lot better. I have been getting up and get going on time. It makes the days go a lot easier and they aren't as long as when I don't get up on time. That was my personal goal this week.
Think I'm going to like being with Sister Johnson in this area. This week is going to be really good and it is only going to get better.
From Sister Blake
This week has been really busy. We have been doing a lot of contacting throughout the wards and it's sad to see how many people are not interested in the gospel. I sometimes wish that people could see how amazing the gospel is. I know that their day will come and they will realize that we teach the truth.
I have loved being in Rupert, but I know that Paul is where I'm suppose to be. I learned so much from Sister Patterson. Thank you for coming to the baptism. It went really good. Mike and Jerrica were so happy by the end of the day. I wish you could have seen the faces of their family members.
I have to say that I have come to realize that my mission has been a HUGE blessing my life. I have been able to open up when times are hard, to be opened minded and really see what are the needs of the people that are surrounding me. I am doing a lot better. I have been getting up and get going on time. It makes the days go a lot easier and they aren't as long as when I don't get up on time. That was my personal goal this week.
Think I'm going to like being with Sister Johnson in this area. This week is going to be really good and it is only going to get better.
From Sister Blake
BAPTISM - January 18, 2016
Dear Family,
Well it's that time again and I can't say I'm too happy about being transferred. I'M GOING TO MISS SISTER PATTERSON!!!😭 I'm sitting here crying about leaving! But .... I'm excited for my new zone which is going to be Burley! I'm excited that I'm going to be back there. I'm really excited for this because I'm going to be with a awesome sister named Sister Johnson. I have actually served with her when we were both in Twin. She was in my district and now she is my companion. We're going to have so much fun! I'm excited to be in a new area. The only thing is being so close to two old area's, I'm going to be tempted to see everyone. JK I won't. Haha.
This week was really good.! We had a baptism this week of Mike and Jerrica Whitaker. It was so fun being there with them and seeing them so happy. It was such a awesome experience. I have loved working with them.
Another good moment for this week - we extended a baptismal date to Dayzi. She said Yes.!! It's going to be on Feb. 13 @ 5 pm. I am SOOOOOO SAD that I'm not going to be here for it. I have worked with her since the time I've been here. We had to finally say that in order for her to be baptized she would have to have her boyfriend move out. She needs to live the law of chastity for two weeks before she can be baptized. I'm so excited for her.
Thomas Pike was asked to pray for a baptismal date with his wife to know when it is his time. So I will be anxious to hear what happens with that.
I am honestly sad that I am leaving Rupert. This is like another home to me. I guess it is a good thing that I am staying one more week because I have a doctors appointment next Monday and this way I don't have to cancel it. I hope to find out what is going on with my hands. They are getting more and more frustrating every day. They cramp up and then I can't use them. So I am just sitting and not using them.
I know that I will be visiting Rupert when I am done with my mission. And the first place that I am visiting is the Hales! I am going to promise that.
Well guys this is going to be my 8th transfer. Only 5 more to go and then I'll be home. That is crazy to think about. I'll be home in less than a year. That's kinda freaky.... 😲
I hope you have and AWESOME week and I love you!
Love Sister Chelsea Blake
January 11, 2016
Dear Family,
Well I must say that this week and transfer have flown by. We are getting the transfer calls on Monday morning. I am anxious to see what is going to be happening. It's going to be crazy this next transfer, because it isn't going to be the same as it has always been. I don't know what is going to happen, but it's going to be different that's for sure. I just hope that I stay for just another transfer. I would like to say that I was in an area for six months. It wouldn't be a big deal, if I didn't. It just would be cool.
This week we have our baptism. Don't worry. I will be taking pictures of the family that is getting baptized. We are so excited. This is going to be the first baptism that I will be able to see through. I just hope that the other investigators will be able to come.
Mike and Jerrica are doing amazing. They are getting baptized this Saturday. It's been so fun to see this family grow. They have grown so much in the 2 months that we have been working with them. Little Jerrica is nothing but smiles when we come over.
Dayzi is doing really well. We finished the lessons with her this week. We just need to pin down a date for to be baptized. Hopefully we can do that.
Natassha- Well we can't get a hold of her. Sometimes I feel that she is just happy with the way her life is right now. With her being engaged, she feels she doesn't need the gospel, but in reality she does. Plus it's like she has just dropped us instead of us dropping her. It feels like the opposite. It feels weird.
We have a two new investigators that we have been trying to meet with and hopefully we will be able to soon.
This last week was a little crazy. We had President Curtis come to our district meeting. It was really good. We ate out every night do to members taking us out to dinner. I feel like I gained 10 lbs by doing that. Thank heavens we didn't have to pay for dinner. Then we had exchanges and I got sick.😭 Not happy.😤. Then we had appointments and then church.
This week is going to to be even more crazy - with the baptism and a wedding that is going to take place afterwards.
Well family I sure do love you and hope that you have a awesome week.
Love Sister Chelsea Blake
**Chelsea's Papa has been really sick these last few weeks and is not doing well at all. We chat back and forth about it and this is our conversations.
MOM: I didn't want you to be depressed. Caitlyn was like... Should I come home? I need to be there to sit with you and him right?" I just laughed. We are all going through life as usual. It is bound to happen and in a way I will be glad when it does. Just because he will be so much happier and that will make me happy. I would like him to be able to get on with things - whatever the next life has in store for him. But please don't be depressed. Remember what you teach - there is more than this life that we have to look forward to and we will all see him again.
I am glad you are feeling better. That's crazy that you did all that with being sick. That sure made for a busy and long day. Chels - you are amazing!! I know I tell you all the time, but you are.
I am glad you got the package. I am already starting another one for you for next month. It will be your birthday package. Can you believe you will be 20 years old? CRAZY!!
Well I must say that this week and transfer have flown by. We are getting the transfer calls on Monday morning. I am anxious to see what is going to be happening. It's going to be crazy this next transfer, because it isn't going to be the same as it has always been. I don't know what is going to happen, but it's going to be different that's for sure. I just hope that I stay for just another transfer. I would like to say that I was in an area for six months. It wouldn't be a big deal, if I didn't. It just would be cool.
This week we have our baptism. Don't worry. I will be taking pictures of the family that is getting baptized. We are so excited. This is going to be the first baptism that I will be able to see through. I just hope that the other investigators will be able to come.
Mike and Jerrica are doing amazing. They are getting baptized this Saturday. It's been so fun to see this family grow. They have grown so much in the 2 months that we have been working with them. Little Jerrica is nothing but smiles when we come over.
Dayzi is doing really well. We finished the lessons with her this week. We just need to pin down a date for to be baptized. Hopefully we can do that.
Natassha- Well we can't get a hold of her. Sometimes I feel that she is just happy with the way her life is right now. With her being engaged, she feels she doesn't need the gospel, but in reality she does. Plus it's like she has just dropped us instead of us dropping her. It feels like the opposite. It feels weird.
We have a two new investigators that we have been trying to meet with and hopefully we will be able to soon.
This last week was a little crazy. We had President Curtis come to our district meeting. It was really good. We ate out every night do to members taking us out to dinner. I feel like I gained 10 lbs by doing that. Thank heavens we didn't have to pay for dinner. Then we had exchanges and I got sick.😭 Not happy.😤. Then we had appointments and then church.
This week is going to to be even more crazy - with the baptism and a wedding that is going to take place afterwards.
Well family I sure do love you and hope that you have a awesome week.
Love Sister Chelsea Blake
**Chelsea's Papa has been really sick these last few weeks and is not doing well at all. We chat back and forth about it and this is our conversations.
MOM: I didn't want you to be depressed. Caitlyn was like... Should I come home? I need to be there to sit with you and him right?" I just laughed. We are all going through life as usual. It is bound to happen and in a way I will be glad when it does. Just because he will be so much happier and that will make me happy. I would like him to be able to get on with things - whatever the next life has in store for him. But please don't be depressed. Remember what you teach - there is more than this life that we have to look forward to and we will all see him again.
I am glad you are feeling better. That's crazy that you did all that with being sick. That sure made for a busy and long day. Chels - you are amazing!! I know I tell you all the time, but you are.
I am glad you got the package. I am already starting another one for you for next month. It will be your birthday package. Can you believe you will be 20 years old? CRAZY!!
CHELS: I know that is were my feeling of peace comes in. I know Papa will be happy when he decides to go. I know that I will be sad, but he'll be happier just as you said. I will get over it, but not completely get over it. It's going to take time.
No I cannot believe that I will be 20 years old in a month. It's really crazy. I can't wait for the package. haha!
MOM: You are exactly right. It will take time for us all. I am so grateful for the knowledge we have of our Father's plan and of our Savior and His atonement. Ciara has been going through some stuff this last week and she was just telling me about the peace she received through the process of reading scriptures and praying about it. It was great to hear it from her. Just like it was so great to read your testimony at Christmas. I love times like this from my family!!
Any requests for your birthday? I already have stuff cuz I kinda bought a bit for Christmas and I needed to save some of it for your birthday. HA HA
CHELS: That's good to hear about Ciara. I wish she would email me. I would like to hear from her and how she is doing. Caitlyn as well.
Well could I have some SEE's Candy? I have a strange request and you probably have never heard of it - I would like some Phu'. It's Vietnamese food. It's kinda like Top Romen, but IT'S BETTER! I'll send you a picture next week. Oh I want my WAND! I would like the CD Gentri the gentlemen trio PLEASE. If I don't get anything else I just want this CD!
MOM: Okay... those are great requests. I will see what I can do.
January 4, 2016
Dear Family,
Well it's officially the new year. I hope you have all made New Year resolutions, because I know I have. This past week has been a really long week and rough week. To start off, I was really sick for the first four days. I am just getting over it. It took a lot out of me to go to appointment, but I did. There were some that I had to cancel because i couldn't get up without wanting to throw up. Finally on Thursday night we were at this New Years Eve thing and I had the Elders give me a blessing,because I knew that it would only get worse and plus it was effecting my work with people. I almost felt better immediately. I know that Heavenly Father is watching over me and the needs that I have. It was a big testimony builder for me as well. Now all I have is a slight cough.
For new years we went to the stake center and watched a movie and played games. Then went home early.
We have a baptism scheduled for next week. Mike and Jerrica are going to be baptized on the same day. It will be really good. We are very excited for them.
All of our investigators are doing good and we are continuing to get more. One new investigator's name is Thomas Pike. He is part of a part member family. It's going to be really fun working with him.
I'm sorry to hear about Papa. I will pray for him and Nany as well as for all of you. SORRY!!!! This week is a really short letter. There wasn't really anything else that happened. I will do better next week. I promise!😘
Love Sister Chelsea Blake💕
Thursday, May 5, 2016
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