Monday, February 13, 2023

Week 5 - February 13, 2023

 Welcome to Dominican!  This place is amazing!  It was hard to say goodbye to all the people I got to know so well for the past couple of weeks in Mexico, but I'm finally here in the Dominican.  As I was driving through Santo Domingo, I felt welcomed by the mission president and his wife, and I thought, "What have I just gotten myself into?" lol. These next two years are about to be so crazy, I'm excited to start serving.  

Also, right when I got to the Mexico City Airport, guess what was playing on every TV?  The Kansas City Chiefs against the Who Cares Eagles, 35 to 35, 11 seconds left, and a field goal by the Chiefs would bring home the title of 2023 Champions!  I was so blessed to be able to watch that happen, and I know the perfect timing is no mistake.  I saw it as a little message from God saying, "You are where you're supposed to be."  Day 1 of the mission went nicely, just being welcomed and making myself "comfortable" or as much as I can get in this heat.  Ever since I got off the plane, my hands have been all moist and I've had sweat drenching my forehead.  I love it.  A lot to get used to, but I already know I'm about to change so much for the better.  I'm so glad I decided to do this, and I can't wait to see who God puts in my path to bless me and for me to bless them as much as I can.  Love you all, hasta luego!  

Elder Barlow

PS, no pictures this time because I couldn't figure it out.  Trust me when I say this place has beautiful scenery and culture!

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