H O M E away from H O M E 3.20.17

Friends and Family :-)

Basically, I loved this week. Who cares if it was Spring Break 2017...we enjoyed every minute of this week. We met some incredible people (interesting people too) and it was the fastest week I have ever experienced. 

Last week I left out some vital information that I wanted to share:

1. At Zone Conference almost two weeks ago an Amish convert shared his family's conversion story. They lost almost everything...their business, kids kicked out of school, shunned from their family, etc. It was such a powerful testimony he had. He also shared the gospel with three other families and they all joined the church. Sacrifice pays off for the gospel I learned that day.
2. When the General authorities came to speak to our mission. Elder Bennett of the seventy stated that we had the best mission President and wife (I agree). Elder Stevenson said us sisters were perfect. So that was cool. ;-)

C is doing great. He had some setbacks this week but is making steps of improvement. He went to a baptism with us on Saturday in New Albany and he came to church yesterday. He is amazing.

I love being able to serve at OSU with Sister Jackson I'm learning to REALLY love it. There is something special about this area and my companion. I'm definitely in the sweet spot of my mission ;-) (basically, Elder Stevenson shared with us that every spot is the sweet spot). The other day Sister Jackson said, "Sister Detamore, you are like the perfect balance. You are the most spiritual person I've met and the most weirdest person I've met. I love it." So if you can imagine, it's been such a great time being wrapped in the spirit but laughing 24/7. 

This week I came to realize the most important decision to make in your life is whether you will follow Christ or not. Every decision hinges off of that decision. I've come to recognize the BEST decision is to follow Christ. Following the Savior and His teachings bring a sense of lasting happiness. Never have I felt so happy in my entire life and it's because I'm learning to walk the path my Savior walked. He lives. He is true joy. He is true light. I love my H O M E away from home. It's something special serving here in Ohio. The Lord loves His people. I know that for a fact. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen. Until next Monday, thanks for everything! 

XOXO,

Sister Detamore 

18 Months!

“C”

My thoughts when people walk down the street "I SEE YOU."