Hello Family!

I figured you had written last week- weird that my letter took so long to get to you. Oh well, I know you love me despite technical difficulties :)

This week has been a difficult one for me. We have had some great experiences, but we seem to have hit a hard spot with a lot of our investigators, and coupled with the adjustment of a new companion, it has been a bit of a struggle. I am trying very hard to figure out what it means to "do your best" and be satisfied with that. It seems like my best can always be better, more focused, or more hard working. What is a "best" anyways? Everyone says that your best is enough, but it’s so hard to figure out where that is. Anyways, until I figure out what that means, I´ll just work harder to improve!

We got your package a few days ago for valentines. Thank you so much! It was so sweet of you to send those rings to me. I was so happy to have mine back this week. My companion was so happy to get something also- that toffee was really tasty. Its so great to know that I am loved by all of you!!

Dad, I am so excited that you went to a lesson with the missionaries! It is such a great example to see leaders go and teach with the missionaries. I´m sure the Elders considered it such a blessing. In fact, I know that they did :) Thanks for supporting the missionaries so much- I know they appreciate it.


IT is cold still. The temperature is 0- -4 with wind, and light snow usually. We´re staying pretty warm though, which is good. I decided this week that I really feel at home here in ward Groningen. I love it a lot. The members are so wonderful and there are a few investigators that I am really close to. I just love it!!

Well, I love you all. Take care! Oh, and how´s Heather´s pregnancy going? Is Lillian the chosen name?

Ik hou van jullie!

Liefs,
Zuster Cherie Gulliver