An unseen difference

Sometime thing work out in a way that we never see them coming. A friend from work invite the entire work staff to her 2oth birthday party. She even gave each of us a cute invitation. They said, "Don't be a weenie and come to my party". They were in a shape of a hotdog. The cutest little things that I have ever seen. So my daughter and I went to the party. The whole house was docrated. They even had tons of pizza that was getting cold . Sadly, I was the the first person and the only person that came to the party. I just wanted to chew out everyone who did not show up. Luckly, the doorbell rang and it was two Elders. The bithday girl invited them in for pizza. They just brighten up the mood and the party. They showed us magic tricks and were really fun to be around. Before they left they shared with us a spirital messege. The holy sprit was there. After they left the family said they was really nice and they felt good inside. I knew that the Lord was aware of us. He knew what that family needed. I don't those missionaries will ever knew what a differance they made in that house that night. It is one night that I don't think I will ever forget.

I know that by small and simple things great things come to pass. I have really been thi nking about the question you asked me about what the 1st month of my mission was like. All I can say is that I was thankful that I had a loving comp. She really took the time to help me out. I am a very slow to warm person. People would say that I am shy at first if they did not know me. So it would drive me crazy that members would say why your comp doesn’t talk more. I would feel so upset that they didn’t even get to know me and would jump to conclusions about me. But my comp taught me an important lesson. There are all different kinds of missionaries some are talker and some are not. That is why everyone is needed. I was trying so hard to be like the other missionaries instead of using my own talents. Come to find out that I was a good listener. I would catch concerns and emotions that my comp did not always see. Nad as time went on, I learn to tak more and had to be the comp that had to take the lead. I learnedI could be a leader if I needed to be. Another lesson that I learned over time is that you are in always on control. You can’t control where the Lord puts you or who your comp is. That is really when I learned to relay on the Lord. If you are having challenges you are normal. Just look for the small miracles and you will know that the Lord is in charge. Like Elder Bateman said in general conf. the lord knows each of us personally. He knows you. He knows what you are doing. I love you very much.
Oh that new convert in our ward is only 9. We are working on getting him back to church. I know it is hard for him being the only member in his family. Ben and I took him to the movies the other day. He has a strong testimony.
Being selfless is what brings happiness. All that we really can do is to love others. Seeing others problems really makes you know that the gospel can change their lives.

Smell the Roses and the Poop," Posted by Janice, 3 May 06.
It was noon and Kennedy and I had to be across town in less than 30 minutes. Luckily Kennedy and I were ready to go. All I had to do was get her car seat base out of my husband’s truck. But unfortunately it was strapped in so tight that I could not get it out. I was so frustrated, because I knew now were for sure going to be late. I came into the house feeling defeated by car seat and the clock. So I looked down at Kennedy so I could share my disappointment and frustration. To my surprise, Kennedy gave me her mother the biggest smile. It seemed to make all the small things in life seem so silly, like being late with car seat not wanting to cooperate to my liking. Having children really puts things into perspective. Luckily my husband came home a few minutes later and got the base out for me. At this point Kennedy was out of her seat and I smelled something stinky. As looked at Kennedy, I noticed that not only did she have poop in diaper, but it was all over her back, legs, and clothing. I promptly went to work cleaning her up. Thankfully Ben came in to my rescue and finish cleaning her up and I was able to make to my meeting on time. I am so thankfully for my baby she helps me to slow down and realize who and what is really important in my life. Thanks baby Ken!