So in regards to the happiness question I posed last week I would respond that we all do have different things that make us happy, but that the gospel provides a framework that allows us to continue to experience the things that truly make us the happiest and keeps us free. Nobody is ever really happy when they aren't free and the gospel sets us free from addictions and bad habits and fear and every other negative emotion. We are in fact more free living the gospel than living any other way. Those would be the summary of my views on the subject. I think it's an important one because it gets to the heart of why we do what we do and helps me focus more clearly on what exactly it is I brought to people as a missionary. The gospel really is the truth that sets us free and brings peace and happiness into our lives.
So the adventures this week were to Palmyra. Went to the sacred grove, went on a hike at Lake Ontario, and saw the pageant. It was a fun experience. It's also one I'm glad is over. My time is so booked lately, and I've just wanted to slow down. I feel like I'm finally doing that a little bit. This weekend should be a little more relaxed and that is nice. I do have a friend flying into town this morning that will stay with me until Wednesday. She's been in Europe the last couple months on a couple study abroad trips and is coming back to the US. I'm excited because I think she's going to have several good stories to share. Oh, and I also get the results of my big CFA exam tomorrow. The suspense is killing me. Well, I need to go now. Have a good day/week/lesson/prayer/
-Tyrel
Life is good. Be happy-you have the truth.
From NICK:
My companion kind of does. I never really do, because I'm beat. Every week we have a certain amount of contacts we have to do, and it generally happens that Sunday is the day to catch up to the goal. Something to change. I enjoyed your thoughts about the gospel as a framework. It makes sense. Your adventures are quite enviable. Sounds like a blast. Got a friend coming in, good stories with that, a bit of chill time. Enjoy your test results. They should be good. If you would like something more fully explained just ask Dad and Mom to send you what I wrote them. This week email turned out to be a bit weird, with three separate things. It'll figure itself out. Continue enjoying yourself, and working as well. Read the Conference issue. My favorite talk is the first one. It resonated with me quite well. Like it a ton.
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