Hey, everyone! This is my first P-Day (prep day) here at the MTC in Mexico, and I've got a full week of amazing experiences, so I'll try to condense it as much as I can! First, I want to testify how true and real this church is. Just after this first week, I've seen God's love for me in so many ways, it's so crazy. I know these next two years will not be a waste, and I'm more than excited to bring the people of the Dominican Republic to salvation!
Let's not get ahead of ourselves though, let's talk about Mexico. This place is literally heaven. That about sums it up. The Spirit here is overwhelming, the weather is perfect, the people are so amazing, so on. I am beyond blessed to be here and am so grateful for this opportunity. I had to go through many trials, but my God hath sanctified me, and through Christ's atonement, I have become clean. I'm still not perfect, of course, but Heavenly Father understands my efforts.
Spanish is pretty... interesting. It's hard to learn in some parts and easier in others. I think the thing I have the most confidence in above all is how fast I'll learn the language. I'm a fast learner, especially when it comes to learning languages, so I'm not too worried, especially when I know God will continue to consecrate my efforts, as long as I work harder than I ever have.
This week has had ups and downs. Mostly ups, and the downs weren't that bad. My district has to be the best district ever. My companion, Elder Granados, is a very strict, no-messing-around kinda guy, which I like because his strengths compliment my weaknesses and vice-versa. I just hope he learns something from me, too. I've learned a lot about myself from everyone in my district. It's way too much to write here, but trust me when I say, I've already changed my mindset so much from who I was before. Some of these people are just like me, and I've gotten so close and really gotten to know all of them so well. I could literally write like five essays about all the things I've learned and felt, but I'm already pretty busy and I also respect your guys' time too lol.
This mission thing is no joke. It's completely different from my past life and it took me a couple days to really get used to all of it. However, as I said before, I'm very grateful for this opportunity and I wouldn't want to be doing anything else. I love you all, I'll continue to keep you in my prayers, stay strong!
Sincerely, Elder Barlow
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