Sunday, November 27, 2016

Counting Blessing/Gifts A Letter To Elder Hawley 11/27/16

Hey Elder,
How is it going? We hope you had a great Thanksgiving, were able to eat a lot of good food, thought of what you are thankful for, and enjoy what came in your box. We had a good Thanksgiving at Grandma and Grandpa's with Grandma Suz joining us. It wasn't the same without you though. The kids were able to have lots of fun with cousins and friends during the long weekend. We are so blessed to have you serving a mission. We think of you always and pray for your success each day. 
How is the weather there? We are expecting a big snow storm tonight. We will see. Miles wants you to know he now has 40 Pokemon cards. He is also wearing your first football jersey, # 36. It is super long on him but he likes to wear it.  
Dad says to remember to be grateful and count your blessings. Counting your blessings helps you to remain humble, allowing the spirit to be your companion. Having the spirit is what allows the work to move forward.
Mom received this in Relief Society today...During the month of December, remember the greatest gift ever given to earth was Heavenly Father's gift of His Beloved Son. What gift can we give in return for the gift of his Only Begotten Son? What gift would be appropriate, suitable, and acceptable? One possible gift is found In D&C 97:8 "Verily I say unto you, all among them who know their hearts are honest, and are broken, and their spirits contrite, and are willing to observe their covenants by sacrifice-yea, every sacrifice which I, the Lord, shall command-they are accepted of me." The gifts of a contrite spirit, an honest heart, commitment to the gospel, our sacrifices, these are the gifts acceptable before the Lord.
We are eager to hear how your week went. Also if you have a picture of you that you want us to include in our Christmas card, please include it in your letter. Or we can use the one with you holding the Mexico Flag that Sydnee took.
May God bless you. We love and miss you lots!
Love, Your Family

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