Six months out, happy, and going strong.

Shoulder to the wheel. . .literally!

Wednesday we had a Zone Training which turned out really well. Elder Baxter had to go in for a checkup with the Doctors during that time, so a member took him and I went with some other missionaries in my district. It was one of the few times I actually felt lonely for my companion. Elder Baxter's just that awesome and it was funny cause the training was about companion unity. Haha. I bore my testimony at the close of the meeting about how Elder Baxter has helped me learn so much about the subject.

We had a blitz with Milwaukie Elders after the meeting and lunch. One of the Elders got a popped tire and I remember writing in my journal that day saying how grateful I was for my Dad providing me with such a great bike that has yet to have any major problems... Apparently God caught that little comment and didn't want me turning into a Rameumtum-ite, so on Saturday my rear back tire gave way on our ride to our dinner appointment. Haha.

A member in the ward had cheered me up real well just before the occurrence, so I was able to have a merry heart while I carried my bike on my shoulders (literally putting my shoulders to the wheel) a couple blocks to the members house. I bore my testimony of having an optimistic view of things in fast and testimony meeting yesterday, explaining how great the members are at helping us - and they are!

News from the front

It looks like Elder Irvine is settled and happy in his new area.  He sent some pictures of his current apartment and area.  These can be seen in his Second Area photo album in the photos tab above.

New area, new but very familiar companion

Elder Irvine has arrived in his new area.  His updated address is listed to the right.  He looks pretty excited as he packed up to leave Woodburn.  His new companion seems curiously familiar.  It's Elder Matt Baxter!