The Military. That's what makes a boy a man.

Well here I am in the most coveted place on the mission. I have no idea what I did to get sent here but Heavenly Father loves me a lot! I am covering the Fort Ord Ward in the Monterey zone. Fort Ord is a military base where military men come to learn a new language so they can go spy on other countries. Oh my lanta. This is so different from anywhere else in the mission. The good thing is that because people are so transient here it results in a lot of new move ins and lots of potential for baptisms! I am so excited! There is a lot of work to be done here and I love it here already. 

Spiritual: Miracles are happening here every day. I have so many things that I could share right now. It’s awesome. We were visiting some less active members and when we knocked on the door and asked if the Ramsie family was there the lady said no. We looked awkwardly at each other then proceeded to apologize for disturbing her. She stopped us and told us that just that day she was talking to her mother and said that she needed to find a church to attend. She was actually at the park and saw us ride by on our bikes. She made a comment about maybe their church would be good. Later that night we knocked on her door. The Lord works in mysterious ways but they work well! We are very excited for her. She said she would be willing to take the lessons and come to church. We will be back for sure. Sister Edmond is a great lady and we have high hopes for her. 

Funny: It was really funny yesterday at church when the sacrament was being passed to see who was in the military because they passed with a march and stood at attention when they passed. It was really funny. It was also the loudest meeting I have ever attended. There were so many young families because all of the military people have a few little kids. I loved it though. Its amazing to see how I have been prepared for this area. I can relate with all of the little kids, the mexican landscapers and all of the military people (with my professional coprate background from Pleasanton) I am so blessed to be here.

Where I am at: Fort Ord is incredible. It’s really fun to serve on a military base because that is were a lot of good strong members live and there is a lot of transition so there is a lot of baptisms. It’s the perfect place to be serving! I love it here! 

All is well here in the new paradise and I am so lucky and loved to be here where I am. Elder Fisher is an incredible missionary and a true friend. The obedience level is high and the miracles flow like butter. I love this new area! I still miss Pleasanton but I am loving this new place as well.