So last week we pretty much had to drop Thang as our investigator because he just wasn't progressing and wouldn't try to not drink anymore until he got into detox. He's been trying for weeks to get in but just can't get in, it's always too full. But on Sunday he asked for a blessing and then we didn't hear from him until yesterday when he called and said he just got out of detox!!!! And he wants us to come by in a few days when he is feeling better. :) I know without a doubt how strong the priesthood is and I am so grateful that Thang had the faith to receive one!!
We went and saw Jacob this week and he cooked for us, African style!! We had Ugale which translated means corn meal. You pick up the ugale with your hands and use it as a spoon to pick up the meat and vegetables that they cooked with it. It was so good and it was fun being able to eat with our hands for once! haha Last night he told us about how he had an elder that he was super close to in the Congo but once he got transferred it hurt him because of how close they were and he hasn't talked to missionaries since, until Sister Alvez and I! I just love Jacob, he is super awesome and we just love teaching him. He is going to be the future prophet one day ;) haha
On Friday as a district we went out to dinner and got sushi. First time ever in my life trying sushi. It was a big a moment for me eating eel and squid and what not haha And since it is Thanksgiving this week in the states, I want to say how grateful I am for the friendships I have made on the mission with the other missionaries and with all of the people I meet here!! I am also so very grateful for Sister Alvez! I love her so much!!! It's crazy that we have only been together for only like 6 weeks and she is already one of my best friends. I am so grateful for my family, for all of their love and support and for this amazing gospel that I have in my life. I am also grateful to be serving the Lord right now. I wouldn't want to be doing anything else :) I challenge you all to think about and write down all of the things that you are grateful for and I promise you will be able to see more happiness in your life if you do so. :)
Have a great week! Love you all :)
Love,
Sister O'Dell
"Jacob preparing our food!"
"Ugale!"
About to eat eel!
Sushi!
The elders in Sister O'Dell's district.
More elders in her district.
Photo shoot fun!
The Calgary temple!
Eating the food Jacob made for Sister O'Dell and Sister Alvez.
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