Great baptisms

Hello Mom,

We are happy to report that our two baptismal services went very well.  At 10 in the morning the young single adult was baptized by a member friend.  It was a picture perfect baptism.  The talks were short, the temperature was nice and everyone was happy to come out and support this young man.  I guess the only thing is the water heater is broken, so it was very cold.  Elder Conaway gave a wonderful talk on baptism which made the service all that more special.

The older sister's baptism was a little more difficult.  As soon as she entered the building she was nervous.  We were really not sure that she was going to be baptized until she actually started walking down the stairs into the water.  While teaching she would often says prayers by talking to Mr.Jesus.  So as she began walking down the stairs I simply said "Mr.Jesus is with us".  With a lot of courage she was baptized and confirmed without the least little hiccup.  It was a privilege to be the one baptizing, but also a challenge.  It turns out duck tape and a few surgical gloves work very well to water proof a cast.

Speaking of the cast, I still have one.  Not sure when or if it is going to be coming off.  It still aches under the cast so I can imagine it will take a little more time to heal.

Our week will seem very short especially with Thanksgiving.  I've never appreciated holidays more than now.  As missionaries you can see how everyone slows their life down and reflects on things that they have and are grateful for.  As a missionary I'm so grateful for all the things I am able to do when it comes to serving.  Just last night we spoke with two individuals who lost loved ones, and a lady who literally was lost on the street, from Baltimore.  I'm so happy that we were able to both help physically and provide spiritual relief through the scriptures and prayer.  This will be the last holiday season that I shall spend away from home, and those I love.  It is hard, and I wish I could share some time with my family.  That said, there is no other way to gain this great appreciation for those you love with out being separated.  To a happy reunion in this life as well as in eternity I look forward too.  Thanks to our wonderful Savior (Mr.Jesus).

Love to all you at home,
Elder Will Davidson