10-8-13 email

Hola Familia!

So sorry I had to email on tuesday AGAIN. We don't have any libraries or anything in our area, and the closest one in Fabens is not very reliable. We thought for sure it was going to be open yesterday, but it wasn't. Ugh. That's ok, it just means I'm emailing a day later. So, this last week has actually been really good! The members have been working with us more and more. We had a few come out with us last week, and we have a bunch scheduled for this week too! I think everybody in general is starting to get more excited about missionary work. I know I am, and I hope you are too. Conference was really great! As usual, I loved all of the talks. I think my favorites were from Elder Uchtdorf and Elder Nelson. Also, Elder Dube's talk was pretty cool too, but that might have been mostly because of his accent... Hahaha Anyways, conference was especially great because we had a sister in our branch bring a family of four to come and watch too! Turns out they are pretty interested, and we will hopefully start teaching them this week. We also started teaching a girl named Yesenia this last week. She seems to be very sincere, so we are hoping the best for her as well. Other than that, things are pretty normal here. It's kind of weird though, it doesn't really feel like it's my birthday in just a couple days. 21 here I come! That makes me feel old. I can't imagine how old that makes you feel mom and dad! We actually get fed really well here, so I should definitely have a good dinner on my birthday. Coincidentaly, This Friday is also my 21 month mark in the mission. It's almost like I get two 21st birthdays in a row! I thought it was funny anyways. Also, this week is the last week of the transfer, so I'll find out this Saturday if I stay or if I go. I sure hope I stay here. Well, I think thats about it for this week, but I hope you are all doing great! I'll try to wrte a couple letters this week. Hasta Luego! -Elder Hatch