Farewells

Well, another week passed by and more people coming closer to our savior. This last week was a very special week, as I was allowed to go up to Alto Hospicio(The city where I started my mission) yesterday to go make a surprise visit to my 1st converts and families that I taught. The 1st house we went to (Marlene and Carlos), when I knocked on the door, Marlene opened the door, and was confused for a second.. then said "elder Howard???" "What happened to you? you are sooo skinny, did you get sick?".... I started laughing so hard. It was a sweet reunion visiting the 1st family that I baptized. She is doing great, And Carlos was at work but I called him and talked to him for a little bit. I told them I will pass by another day when he gets back from working in the mine!

We also visited my Chilean mother, Alejandra!!! My 1st baptism! And her daughter Geraldine... When they opened the door and saw my face they started to scream! after a year and a half and limited contact, It was one of the most special moments of my mission. They couldn't hold back the hugs and kisses... it was like an alligator attacking a water buffalo. I was so happy just to sit down and talk to them for a while. I didn't get to see very many more yet, but in the next couple weeks I will get to return.

I love you all,

Elder Howard