New companion + General Conference

So a lot has happened this week!.. well, kinda. I said goodbye to one of my good friends, in Elder Tadeo, and welcomed one of my other friends here in the mission as my new companion, Elder Pandaog!  We were in the same zone in Santiago, and I had joked back then that we will become companions... well, look at that! It came true! :D And it's been fantastic. He's super awesome, and a hard worker, so that is always a plus.

(Tanner with Elder Pandaog)

We also had to teach our zone meeting on Thursday, which was fun.  Elder Pandaog didn't know much about the lessons since he is just a brand new Zone Leader.  So I spent Wednesday night teaching him, and then Thursday we taught our zone.  That was fun! I would have to say that I enjoy teaching! Even if it's other missionaries, sharing knowledge with others, and helping them come to a better understanding of things is quite fulfilling! 

Holy cow - General Conference was SO fantastic!! I really learned a lot, and I had a lot of personal questions answered.  I feel that I am more prepared for the future, and I have a deeper understanding AND love for the gospel. I don't know that if I have ONE favorite talk, but I really liked Elder Bednar's talk, and Elder Holland.  Elder Holland's talk actually made me really miss my mom... which made me SUPER excited for when I will see her again. :) I LOVE YOU MOMMY!! ^.^ 

I have really learned a lot out here, serving a mission, in the Philippines.  I have really come to see how blessed I am, and I feel that I am more sincere then ever in my thanks to Heavenly Father.

Well, I love you all! Have a great week full of happiness and smiles.

Stay True!

Elder Walstad