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Hey, it's been a minute. K, I got transfer news. I'm staying another in the YSA and Van Ness here in Fresno. We had a very surprising baptism. This guy, his name is Preston, and we found him while walking the streets. I knew he was a funny fella when he read my name tag and called me Dingle Berry the first time he met me lol. He was interesting to teach because he kept all commitments but showed little fruits of repentance until towards the end. He got fellowshipped really well by a few members of the ward too.

I'm excited to stay another one, it'll be my longest area since Madera. Madera was the glory days. By the way, my old comp/trainer (Elder Lovejoy) graduated basic and I'm so proud of him.

This week was mentally hard for me, which is always hard to admit because no one likes admitting they struggled in some sort of mental way. The work was really good, but I kept finding myself comparing myself with others or being self-conscious. I was frustrated because from the outside, things in my life are going great. The work is good, my comp is awesome, my family is doing good, so I felt dumb that I was struggling lol. I kept reflecting and was drawn to the Savior. I had been so wrapped up in myself and me me me, I never thought to look to Him much. I hadn't prayed very fervently or intentionally, and I wasn't asking for divine help. I feel like I got a deeper grasp this week on why we call Jesus Christ the Savior.

Elder Berry

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