Hey everyone! Hope that everyone is doing well.
Well, it has been one weird week in the mission. I will tell you all about that a little later, though.
It was fun to hear about your trip into Zions and your fun experience at the derby, Madisen and Vic. It really sounds like summer is coming to end over there. To be honest, I feel like summer is just about to begin over here. It has been getting really hot lately, over 100 F most days. With the humidity, it is really a killer. I swear that I have never sweat so much in my entire life.
Dad, it is awesome that you finished your book. Kyoto really is a beautiful place. If you want to read a true classic Japanese literature book then read 'The Tale of Genji'. That is about as classic Japanese literature as you can get. It sounds as though a lot of cool stuff is also coming out this year. I think that it is way cool with the Playstation, Xbox, movies and everything. Can`t wait to do all that when I get back.
So, this week has been really crazy. Me and Nelson choro went to our first Zone taikai (Zone conference). Right after, it was planned that we would go on a exchange (I would go to Joyo and Sakamoto-choro, our district leader, would come to Otsu). So, I packed all my stuff for an over night stay and we left. The conference was in Kyoto. I got to go to Kyoto for my first time! It really is a beautiful city. The part we were in was really modern and we didn`t get to go into the really old parts of the city, but it was still way cool. I have never seen so many Gaijin in my entire life though (Gaijin is foreigners). I found myself thinking, "What on earth are you doing in Japan- go back to America, Gaijin... oh...wait....I`m Gaijin....dang" The zone conference was pretty cool. We were told of a few more policies (from now on we have to study at the church Tuesday-Saturday) and we were told how to seek reveleation for our investigators.
After the zone taikai, we went on exchanges. I went with Elder Sworensen and Elder Nelson went with Sakamoto choro. It took quite a while to get to where we were headed. The experience was definitely unique, though. I feel really thankful for my companionship and how good it actually is. When I was on the exchange, it just seemed like that companionship is always off track and we were scrambling around. The real fun didn`t happen until we were trying to make it back to Otsu to end the exchange. Everything that could of went wrong did. The train broke down, we had to buy like 10 different tickets, they wouldn`t except bills, we had to run to ekis (train stations), trains got delayed, we got separated for a bit, everything that could have went wrong did. We were trying to hurry because it was the baptismal date of one of my investigators- Brother O. We finally made it though. Just barely. It was a miracle to be honest.
Brother O.`s baptism was really cool. It was amazing to witness the spirit being there! A really spiritual experience for sure. 1 down 20 to go (if you have a question about this, ask Quinn).
It has also been an adventure to be here at the church this morning too. Because we have to study at the church from now on, we had to get up at 5 to make sure that we get everything done today. We are actually heading into Kyoto for some sight seeing today, which will be fun! We are also taking one of our investigators. But after everything that we did, we get to the church`s computer (which we don`t use, we usually go to an internet cafe, but because of the schedule we had to write here) and we found out that there is no mouse for the church`s computer and without it we can`t write any emails. So, after trying to call the Bishop, looking around all the stores nearby, and searching desperately - we found the mouse. Hurrah!
It's going to be a fun day in Kyoto. I`m really excited, you all should be able to see some pretty cool pictures next week.
This week, we also were able to see a festival, well, not really see the festival, but see people going to a festival. We had to work. It was cool to see everyone in Kimonos, though. They also had the fireworks like dad was saying last week. I took a few pictures of that, but because my camera is dead, I can`t send them until next week.
This week, I get to celebrate 3 months being on a mission! Yeah! I`ve survived 1/8 of my mission!
Well, it is about time to go. I love you all so very much. I can`t wait to hear from you all again! I love you and Don`t Forget to Be Awesome!
With the Greatest Love,
Klein choro
P.S. sorry that I couldn`t answer your questions this week. Next week I will...this computer is a little weird and I am short on time.
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Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
Turtle's Blood
Hi Everyone!
Another week has passed by! Crazy! It reminds me of my experience at the MTC. The first week is the longest week in your entire life, the second week goes by eventually, and, then, as soon as you know it - it is the third week.
I loved your letter and thank you soooooo much for sending me pictures!! I loved them. Your hike looked beautiful and it looks like all of you, including Sophie, had a blast!
So, Hunter is going into the MTC soon... Tell him that it is okay if he experiences freak-out moments. You always have doubts about whether you are up to the task and whether you have what it takes to be a good missionary. Some doubt comes with the job. Just try and not to think too much about it. I know that is hard to do. I know that Hunter is a thinker, like I am. You always have those `Crap, what in the heck am I doing` moments. I have them every single day here. Sometimes, I just take a second and laugh at the pure lunacy that is happening around me. I`m in Japan - trying to learn a language I don`t know. Talking about Jesus Christ to people that don`t want to talk about religion at all, let alone Jesus Christ. Living with one other person and getting used to all their quirks. Riding my bike in some of the most beautiful places that I`ve ever visited. Seeing the miracles that come with people knowing who God really is. Seeing them live a better life than you thought was possible - you see both sides of the spectrum. You have those `What in the world am I doing` moments. I had them right before the MTC, in the MTC, and now here. Laugh at it, that's the only way that I have learned to deal with it.
As for the Fair Days, it sounds like it is typical Heber. "I wonder what the next entry in the parade is? I can answer that without the gift of prophecy - it is another tractor!" But nevertheless, it must be fun to get together with everyone. Also, tell the Karate people 'Hi' for me. I hope that they haven`t forgotten about me...probably have, but send my love nonetheless!
I can`t believe that school registration is already here for Elizabeth! Crazy! Then, again, my summer has consisted of being in the MTC and arriving in Japan, which is pretty cool (the arriving in Japan bit). I hope that Elizabeth gets really good teachers!
The past week has been pretty weird. We have just been trying to get Brother O. ready for baptism. We have visited him at least 6 times this week. I love Brother O. so much! He is a really cool guy and he asks the funniest questions ever. So, we were talking about the Word of Wisdom. We were explaining that he couldn`t drink any strong drinks like Sake, wine, etc. He said that alcohol isn`t a problem because he is allergic to it, but then he starts asking questions to Nelson-choro. Keep in mind that I have literally no idea what the heck is being said when he is asking his question to Nelson-choro. Suddenly they stop, Nelson-choro turns to me and said, in complete silence, `in the word of wisdom, is it okay to drink turtles blood?` `What!?`, I responded. 'He said that he doesn`t drink any strong drinks, but he has heard that in China, they drink snake`s blood, and in Japan, they drink turtle`s blood. He is wondering if he would be okay if he drinks turtles blood' `I don`t know...The Law of Moses has been fulfilled, so I guess you can drink blood...Just ask him to pray about it,` I said. Me and Nelson choro just had the image of a Japanese person biting the head off of a turtle when he said that though. Needless to say, we died laughing after the lesson.
Brother O. just had his baptisimal interview yesterday and he passed! Yeah! Just one more interview to go, he has to be interviewed by Zinke-kaicho by phone before it is all said and done.
As for the rest of the week, it has been pretty tough. The language is as hard as ever, but I think you have heard that many times now (every letter), so if you want a refresher see my previous emails. But Saki`s statement helped me a little bit, though. {Saki is the cutest Japanese girl that is married to my friend, Kris', son, Taylor. She has been in the US for a year. When Taylor asked how Kolton was doing, I told him that he was struggling through the language. Saki, then, spoke up and said "I have been here a year and still can't speak English! Learning another language is so hard"}
It has been pretty hard with appointments too. It seems like every single appointment that we have falls through. It is so annoying. So, after our appointments fall through, we just street and house. I don`t like both for different reasons. In streeting people, the weather is so dang hot all the time. I feel like I`m going to have a heat stroke. Housing, I just get kekoed a lot (a Japanese phrase which is `I`m fine, don`t bother me` then they shut the door in your face) It just gets to you after hearing it 1000 times a day. But, yeah, it's tough. But, 2 Cor. 12:10
Well, today, so far, we have just played soccer with one of our investigators, Brother J.P. He is a Peruvian 16 year old high school student. His mom is a recent convert and doesn`t speak any Japanese really. Oh yeah! Last Friday, we went to Brother J.P.`s mothers birthday party. They showed up way late and I couldn`t talk to anyone but the young people - because they knew Japanese. They headed to Costco for pizza and cake, though. I was really excited to eat some Costco cake, but, alas, they didn`t buy it. Dang, I miss that cake. I will attach a picture of me, Nelson choro, and Brother J.P.
Please let me know what types of things you want me to talk about in my letters. Please tell me what pictures you want me to take and send. Please continue writing awesome emails and sending me pictures, they are literally the best thing ever!
Alright, it is time for me to head. We need to buy food and do some shopping. I love you all so very m
much. You don`t know how much I love you all! I`ll talk to all of you again next week! God be with you. Love you!
With Much Love,
Klein choro (Elder Klein)
Another week has passed by! Crazy! It reminds me of my experience at the MTC. The first week is the longest week in your entire life, the second week goes by eventually, and, then, as soon as you know it - it is the third week.
I loved your letter and thank you soooooo much for sending me pictures!! I loved them. Your hike looked beautiful and it looks like all of you, including Sophie, had a blast!
So, Hunter is going into the MTC soon... Tell him that it is okay if he experiences freak-out moments. You always have doubts about whether you are up to the task and whether you have what it takes to be a good missionary. Some doubt comes with the job. Just try and not to think too much about it. I know that is hard to do. I know that Hunter is a thinker, like I am. You always have those `Crap, what in the heck am I doing` moments. I have them every single day here. Sometimes, I just take a second and laugh at the pure lunacy that is happening around me. I`m in Japan - trying to learn a language I don`t know. Talking about Jesus Christ to people that don`t want to talk about religion at all, let alone Jesus Christ. Living with one other person and getting used to all their quirks. Riding my bike in some of the most beautiful places that I`ve ever visited. Seeing the miracles that come with people knowing who God really is. Seeing them live a better life than you thought was possible - you see both sides of the spectrum. You have those `What in the world am I doing` moments. I had them right before the MTC, in the MTC, and now here. Laugh at it, that's the only way that I have learned to deal with it.
As for the Fair Days, it sounds like it is typical Heber. "I wonder what the next entry in the parade is? I can answer that without the gift of prophecy - it is another tractor!" But nevertheless, it must be fun to get together with everyone. Also, tell the Karate people 'Hi' for me. I hope that they haven`t forgotten about me...probably have, but send my love nonetheless!
I can`t believe that school registration is already here for Elizabeth! Crazy! Then, again, my summer has consisted of being in the MTC and arriving in Japan, which is pretty cool (the arriving in Japan bit). I hope that Elizabeth gets really good teachers!
The past week has been pretty weird. We have just been trying to get Brother O. ready for baptism. We have visited him at least 6 times this week. I love Brother O. so much! He is a really cool guy and he asks the funniest questions ever. So, we were talking about the Word of Wisdom. We were explaining that he couldn`t drink any strong drinks like Sake, wine, etc. He said that alcohol isn`t a problem because he is allergic to it, but then he starts asking questions to Nelson-choro. Keep in mind that I have literally no idea what the heck is being said when he is asking his question to Nelson-choro. Suddenly they stop, Nelson-choro turns to me and said, in complete silence, `in the word of wisdom, is it okay to drink turtles blood?` `What!?`, I responded. 'He said that he doesn`t drink any strong drinks, but he has heard that in China, they drink snake`s blood, and in Japan, they drink turtle`s blood. He is wondering if he would be okay if he drinks turtles blood' `I don`t know...The Law of Moses has been fulfilled, so I guess you can drink blood...Just ask him to pray about it,` I said. Me and Nelson choro just had the image of a Japanese person biting the head off of a turtle when he said that though. Needless to say, we died laughing after the lesson.
Brother O. just had his baptisimal interview yesterday and he passed! Yeah! Just one more interview to go, he has to be interviewed by Zinke-kaicho by phone before it is all said and done.
As for the rest of the week, it has been pretty tough. The language is as hard as ever, but I think you have heard that many times now (every letter), so if you want a refresher see my previous emails. But Saki`s statement helped me a little bit, though. {Saki is the cutest Japanese girl that is married to my friend, Kris', son, Taylor. She has been in the US for a year. When Taylor asked how Kolton was doing, I told him that he was struggling through the language. Saki, then, spoke up and said "I have been here a year and still can't speak English! Learning another language is so hard"}
It has been pretty hard with appointments too. It seems like every single appointment that we have falls through. It is so annoying. So, after our appointments fall through, we just street and house. I don`t like both for different reasons. In streeting people, the weather is so dang hot all the time. I feel like I`m going to have a heat stroke. Housing, I just get kekoed a lot (a Japanese phrase which is `I`m fine, don`t bother me` then they shut the door in your face) It just gets to you after hearing it 1000 times a day. But, yeah, it's tough. But, 2 Cor. 12:10
Well, today, so far, we have just played soccer with one of our investigators, Brother J.P. He is a Peruvian 16 year old high school student. His mom is a recent convert and doesn`t speak any Japanese really. Oh yeah! Last Friday, we went to Brother J.P.`s mothers birthday party. They showed up way late and I couldn`t talk to anyone but the young people - because they knew Japanese. They headed to Costco for pizza and cake, though. I was really excited to eat some Costco cake, but, alas, they didn`t buy it. Dang, I miss that cake. I will attach a picture of me, Nelson choro, and Brother J.P.
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| He still looks sweaty. Could it be that Japan is hot & humid? |
Alright, it is time for me to head. We need to buy food and do some shopping. I love you all so very m
much. You don`t know how much I love you all! I`ll talk to all of you again next week! God be with you. Love you!
With Much Love,
Klein choro (Elder Klein)
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