Week 42

Surprise! It's an early P-Day! Just kidding, we just had to use it to go to the Temple today. It was awesome! We got to go with the ward and the Guanlao family. I was even able to be the one to confirm Arlene and Colleen after their proxy baptisms! It was a super awesome experience. 

     I don't have much to say since Monday... the temple trip was definitely the highlight though. Just a heads up for anyone who reads this thing, I won't be emailing until Tuesday October 1st, so don't worry when you don't get it. For everyone that looks for pictures then moves on, it's your lucky day; I got pictures.

     Just to leave with some scripture, I really like something I read this past week in Alma 36:11-21. It's a power section in the Book of Mormon for sure, about the Joy we can receive through Jesus Christ, the Son of God. That's something that I've been trying to magnify these past few days, is focus on the Joy. There's a talk that goes well with it by President Russell M. Nelson titled "Joy and Spiritual Surviving" from October 2016 Sunday Morning Session. Yeah, I was very specific, so there should be no excuses why you didn't read it. These are a few things that can help us all in our lives as we apply the principles taught in them. Read it. Apply it. Feel the Joy. Just three steps, don't be lazy. Anyways, I appreciate all the support from everyone. I hope everyone can more fully feel the joy that is in Jesus Christ.

     Elder Banister

Week 40

Time to write again already.....

     This week has been pretty good, I'm just trying to think why... Just working out here doing the most important work you can do, the work of our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Here's some of the Highlights 

     1 - District Council... Here in Teresa we try and keep it fun while learning the Doctrine of the Kingdom, and so we use some creativity and make it something to look forward to. This past week we played some Jeoprody and had challenges and it's gonna be hard to top this week

     2 - Service... We built a bathroom for a Recent Convert, his name is Tatay Jerry, and his wife Nanay Lisa. (Someone, who we won't name, forgot his bright green camera though, so no pictures of the service....)

     3 - We had our district activity today, which will also be hard to beat. We hiked up to a view near the house of someone we're teaching and then played some billiards and basketball and volleyball and ate food... Plus, nobody got hurt! Success talaga.

   Those are just a few things in the week

   We've really been studying the Gospel of Jesus Christ this past week in preparation for our first Antipolo Mission Tour with Elder and Sister Schmutz. It's amazing how much I've already learned and the new insights I've gained just from studying on my own. It's something we should all strive to more fully understand and live. It's the path we take to return to Heavenly Father. It's how we reach our potential. Some really big and important stuff!!! The best part is that it's not something you just complete or learn, it's a process and something that takes continuous work. I've met some people that think they know it all and it's really hard to teach them. The worst is when it's a less active who served a mission, then it's always a real good time. A real Mosiah 4:11 moment. The point here is let's all remember that the path of the Gospel is one of Eternal Progression, not one set destination.

     Well that was the week. I love and appreciate you all. Even if I don't know you personally, if you made it this far in the email you have my love and respect. And even if you scrolled looking for pictures, it's your lucky day you "filthy animal" (name that movie)

   Love, Elder Banister

Week 39

Merry Christmas!!!!!

     We've reached the 'ber months and that means that Christmas is coming up! There's even Christmas music playing in the stores now! Now I get to get the full Christmas experience from start to finish in the Philippines. 

     This week we've had a pretty good time talking to people and trying to extend our reach of people we invite to repent. So far so good. Just spreading the Gospel and giving people a clear path of repentance and preparation to return to our Heavenly Father. 

     Something that I really liked this week is Alma 26. I've read this probably like ten times previously, but this week it really just seemed to have a more special meaning to me. The Joy is real!!! Also for those of you who keep up with the "Come, Follow Me" reading, 1 Corinthians 13:11 is my favorite scripture in the reading this past week. (Really the whole chapter, but especially 11).

     I don't really have a ton to say this week, just that I'm doing good and that the gospel can bring a peace and comfort to our lives like nothing else. Sometimes I wish that people could only understand that and apply it to their lives. That's why I'm here though, to help people understand the Gospel of Jesus Christ and invite them to live it. 

     Thank you all for your love and support! I hope everyone is doing well. And for everyone scrolling for the pics..... I have nothing nice to say to you, haha. Until next week!!!

   Elder Banister

Week 38

Hello from the Philippines
     It's been a pretty good week. So in the district we got two new sisters and now 5 of us are from the US and one of the sisters is from Canada. We'll see what happens to my Tagalog this transfer.
     I've been trying to talk to more people this past week, since that's one of the things we report now. For anyone who knows me, I'm sure you can testify to the fact that I'm not much of a talker. But I've been trying to get better, spreading the gospel to more people than before. 
     I got a question from my aunt Kerri, whom I love and miss a lot, asking if there was any special experiences that I've had so far. Well one of them has to do with talking to people, actually. I'll tell the story about the Guanlao family.
     Here we are, walking down the street. This is Elder Freeman and I at the time. So we're walking, just a couple of Joe's out and about. We pass this door that's open and a few paces after we hear a sister trying to speak English to us.This is one thing that is always funny, because we always go and start speaking Tagalog to them. This, we later found out, was Anne. We asked if we could come back, and she said the next day we could. Next thing you know, we baptized her mom and two of her siblings. Now we're still teaching her and she also wants to be baptized. I'm just amazed the series of events that led to their baptism. There were even times where I wanted to drop them, but I'm glad I didn't because they're one of the coolest families I've ever met. It just reminds me of a scripture 3 Nephi 18:32, with the principle taught by the savior in that verse. I won't put it on, but you should all read it.
     Anyways, I hope you're all doing good wherever you are. Just a shout out to all you who saw that big paragraph and that there weren't any pictures then moved on, your loss on a great scripture haha. next week ulit

Elder Banister 

Week 37

Hello from the Philippines!!!
     So it's transfer week already, but Elder Kaufusi and I are still both here in Teresa, so no changes there. The week has been pretty good though. I'm glad I get to stay here for another transfer. 
     When I say the week was good, I mean that in the sense that every week is good because I'm out here serving the Lord. There were some parts that were better than others though. First some back story.....
   So here in Teresa we used to have a special sacrament service for an area here that's pretty far. Then there were some changes that the ward wanted to make and that was discontinued. Now, for all the members up there, there's a service van that our stake president lets the ward use to go get the members so they can also receive the experiences and blessings of regular church attendance. Plus we can get anyone we're teaching to come with also. Well this has been going on for the past 3ish weeks and of course there were some kinks to straighten out and problems that had to be solved. This past week though everything on our part seemed to be going smooth and we did all we could to provide a way. And you know what happens? Well I'll tell you in a line from a song, just imagine me singing it.... "When you try your best and you don't succeeeeeeeeeed......." yeah, that about sums it up. Basically we went there to pick up the people that should be waiting there and there was only 2 people. And they were the primary kids. They're the rock stars of the group, let me tell you. So I guess the lesson here is that people will always have their agency, and that in the end it's a classic 2 Nephi 2:27 situation. The cherry on top though is that the van started having problems on the way to the church, so we ended up sending the family of brother Abiog (ward mission leader) and the other members we got on a tricycle. Then we spent a couple hours with brother Abiog and the van, limping our way to the church. Turns out that even though we added gas, there wasn't enough in the tank for it to get sucked into the engine, so at least it was an easy fix. 
     But even after all this, I just want to testify of the Tender Mercies of the Lord; I got some packages right after all this that Elder and Sister Bills brought from the office. They were filled with a little bit of heaven that my family sent for my birthday. They couldn't have arrived at a better time.
     I know that it's easy to get down when things don't go how they're planned or how we think they should. Trust me, I know. But I also know that God has a perfect plan for us. He provided a way for us to return to him. I know as we submit to the will of the father that we will never be led astray. We will become who He intended us to be.
     Anyways, I hope everyone is doing good wherever they are right now. Stay faithful and don't forget what's important.

   Elder Banister

   And here's a little something for the good old scrollers

Week 36

Hello from the Philippines!!!
     It's been a good week, I can't believe it's already Monday again. It started off with our first interviews with President Alder where he looked into my soul. It was pretty good, and I learned a lot of things that I can do better and improve. Not like I was chastised or anything, just really his presence made me want to be better. So that set off the week good. 
     We have some serious potential that we're teaching here in Teresa, and I'm hoping I get to stay here for another transfer and keep teaching and inviting here. 
     Something funny that happened this week was while we were on the way to an appointment. So there was this group of teenagers just kinda chilling there smoking and stuff, just your normal stupid teenager behavior. And something about being in a group with your buddies just really makes you dumb. So here we are, walking down, pretty tired from the day, and these guys start saying stuff to us. Not  anything bad, just trying to look cool in front of their friends, speaking in broken English. So with the was Elder Kaufusi and I are, we stop and start talking to them in English of course. Just something we like to do. It gives us a laugh and it humbles some heads, a win win situation.
     Another time we were walking and this little 2 foot tall 3 year old randomly says "Baklat ka" which means "you're gay", and I was like "What?!" and  he just kept saying it then switched to "Pangit ka" which means "you're ugly". Good thing he was just a kid or I might have roasted him.
     I also found the biggest spider so far in my time here and we sent it away in a glorious ball of fire and a loud bang. 
     That was basically the week as I can remember it. The time is starting to fly by and it's stressful, but I know that just means that I'm really getting into the work.
     I also heard my uncle got in a little bit of an accident and I'm glad he'll be okay. All I can say is he should watch some safety videos hahaha. (Please don't get offended, it just means I love you.)
     Anyways, thank you all for the love and support. Here's some pictures that hopefully make up for the quality of the email!

Week 35

Well here we are again, another week down and 3 MORE PEOPLE IN THE GATE!!! Arlene, Colleen, and Dhan Guanlao were baptized and confirmed this past week. Elder Freeman and I found them last transfer and it was kind of up and down at times, but I'm glad we stuck with them, because they were willing to repent and enter the waters of baptism. I made mashed potatoes this week, like a huge pot. #IDAHOELDER. Something I studied though was in Acts with the conversion of Saul, who was later called Paul. It is a comfort to know that even in the times of the early day saints, there were still people that didn't accept the gospel, or even believe in Jesus Christ. As a missionary, and as a member in general, it's not our responsibility to force people to believe, because that'll never work. Our responsibility is to share and to invite others to come to Christ, being an example to others and lifting where we stand. We shouldn't get discouraged or give up, because that's what the adversary wants. We have to keep going and growing along the way, no matter the challenges that come. And when we fall, there's always someone there to help us up and dress our wounds; The Savior. Anyways, hope everyone has had a good week, Thank you all for the love and support!
                  
               p.s. I forgot my card reader, so no pictures this week for all you "scRoLl tO ThE botToM foR tHe PicTurEs" people

   With love, Elder Banister

Week 31

Hello from the Philippines!

     It's transfer week already, the time is starting to fly. My companion Elder Freeman finished his mission and will be heading back to the states to do some "finding" at college. I'm glad to have served with him and learned from his example. I'm also excited about m new companion, Elder Kaufusi. I've met him and he's a beast, we're about to make the area explode. 

     This week has been pretty good though, I'm starting to feel the satisfaction of missionary work and it just makes me want to get out there and TEACH. We met President Alder and he is a great man. I know he has been called of God, and also that he knows how to WORK. It the meeting with our zone to meet him, we learned a lot about his family and he focused on Doctrine and Covenants 4. We actually were asked to recite it, and I felt very uncomfortable every time he would look in my direction and I was just moving my mouth mumbling inaudibly. You best believe I memorized it laater that day. He talked a lot about "sharpening out sickle" and it caused me to reflect on things I need to do better and change to be a sharper tool in the hands of the Lord. POWER!!!

     We're still working with the Guanlao family and the Canarias family. They're both super awesome and are going to be a great strength to the ward. The Canarias family has led to a whole pool of new people to teach and hopefully they all follow Christ into the waters of Baptism. 

     The 4th of July was well celebrated in our house though, I sang the National Anthem about 15 times and wore some patriotic colors. We also ate some burgers at this little restaurant and... really that was about it. Not even a single firework which was a sayang, but it'll just be all the better in 2021. 

     Anyways, it's been a huge support to have everyone back home for the support. Even from half way across the world, it's still a huge help. I know that that's the way it is meant to be, to learn and grow and be strengthened by one another in families. I'm so glad that I am sealed to my family with the assurance that whatever happens, as we stay faithful we will be together forever. That we all do our part and stay on the path is my hope and prayer always.

     Sorry no pictures this week. I'll make sure to get some next week for all the scammers that scroll to the bottom and check for pictures. Love and miss you all!

 

  Elder Banister

Week 28

YES PICTURES!!!!

    That's probably what all the people said that open the email, check if there's pictures, then move on if there's not. I'm not judging, I do it too. But This week was pretty good, we're progressing the work. I got to talk with my family, so the Email will be a little shorter. 

    Anyways, we've been really working this week, like we got a work bug or something. I don't know, maybe just realizing a little more our call and responsibility. We've got lot's of people to teach and it's been a good thing to stay busy. I'll make it better next week, but that's about all I got for this week. Just enjoy these cute pictures of the Moreno family and friends!

Elder Banister 2

Week 26,27

Don't worry, I'm still alive, for those of you that noticed I didn't email last week (in other words, my mom). Just not much time last week.

    But here I am again, you can't get rid of me that easy. This week has been good, we've been having some good work to do. The area is getting more familiar, thank goodness, and I'm getting better at remembering names. Just some weak things becoming strong, I guess you could say. 

    It's a funny thing about emailing though, I think once you get through the door to the computer shop there's a veil of forgetfulness; I can't remember a thing from this week. So I guess I'll just ramble on and something might be good.

    We got Three more bap dates set this week, for Waren, Abby, and Kasey. It was our first visit for them, with a less active member Jomar Karomayan there also. We taught them and Jomar treated it not "if" they would become members, but "when". We got them a date, and set the goal with Jomar to become active and worthy again to be the baptizer. I'm super excited for them.

    My favorite family I've taught so far on the mission moved back to their province last week. We were super sad to see them go. The Husband, Echageni Karomayan (Jomar's brother), is super funny. He's a big guy and fights roosters for his living (we didn't get to the commandments yet). I don't know if I told this story, but one of our first few visits he fed us what is called "Bihag" which literally means "captive", but in other words, the chicken that got killed during the fight that the winner gets to keep. So basically Elder Freeman and I eat losers for dinner. He also showed us the knives he puts on the chicken's feet, which are razor sharp. SO COOL. We miss him, and referred him to the other missionaries in his new place.

    We got to teach Elder's Quorum yesterday, which was fun. They let us know after sacrament that we would be teaching, so that was a little exciting. We just wen't over one of our favorite talks "Don't Drop the Ball" by President Gordon B. Hinckley from back in October of 1994. It worked out alright, and some good discussion was had

    I don't usually do this, but I would like to make a request for some prayers if you'd all be so kind. A sister in our district, Sister Ballener, had to go to the hospital because of some progressively worse headaches. They did some tests, and they found a "mass" in the back of her head. They haven't been able to do a biopsy yet, but she will be released as a missionary and treated according to the findings. Please just keep her and her family in your prayers, it would mean a lot. 

    I would like to testify, though, that I know that God does have a plan for us. Our eyes aren't always able to see it all, but some day we will. Some day we will be able to see the whole picture, in it's beauty and fullness, realizing that everything that happens is for our benefit. He is in the details of our lives. When big things seem to stand in our way, just remember there is One that overcame it all. He, Jesus Christ, will help us through all our trials, even when we don't see the light at the end of the tunnel. He will never forsake us.

    Thank you all for your love and support! 

Elder Banister 2

Week 24

Oh dang, my brother is 17 now, shout out to that handsome devil. I'll get you something real nice. But hello from Teresa, things are going good in the mission field. We received news that we're having an apostle visit this week!!! Elder Dale G. Renlund will be visiting on Thursday. He talked about faith with action this past conference, comparing it to a giant pile of wood. We're all super excited here in the Quezon City Mission. 

This week we got to do some more service, too. It was pretty fun. We picked up trash along the side of the road for like 3 hours. Now I know what you're thinking. Probably something like "did this kid just say picking up trash on the side of the road was fun? Did he get heat stroke or dropped as a child?!" Well it's true, even picking up trash with your bare hands for 3 hours can be enjoyable when it's service. Mosiah 2:17 all the way, read it and weep, then after you dry your tears, go out and do some service. It's absolutely fulfilling and there's no substitute for it. 

On a completely unrelated note I saw the biggest snail I've ever seen the other day. Super random, I know. Probably wondering right now what kind of missionary this is. Well, just one that likes to admire and take awe in all of God's creations, that's what kind. So Boom, Roasted. 

I know that our Heavenly Father has a plan for each and every one of us. I ponder sometimes about how each individual life is so different and the experiences we each have are so unique...yet He has provided a way for us all to return to Him. He gave His son, Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world. Christ took upon Himself the sins of the world; every trial he overcame; every sorrow He has experienced; every heartache, He has felt. He knows what we are going through, and He is always there to help, we just have to take the actions to go to Him. He will accept us with open arms and help lift the burdens that we bear. This is my testimony, in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen. 

Now some mom questions to top it off
1. Best thing I ate?
      Well, we got to eat at our stake President's house this past week as a district this past week, and lets just say he's mayaman talaga. We got some real burgers that he went and got some place far away that tasted like heaven.
2. How am I feeling? Healthy???
      Yes mom, jeez, I feel healthy. I'm still young and pretty sure invincible, so don't worry

Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!

Elder Banister 2

Week 22

Hello from the Philippines, the rain is coming. 

Finally we got some rain over here this past week, and rain season should start here soon, so I'm excited. We also have a baptism planned for this upcoming Saturday, so that's even more exciting. His name is Eduardo and his wife and daughter were baptized recently. It should be a real blessing that they have the support of each other as a family.

I splurged a little this week and bought a machete. I really think I need it for missionary work, so that's why I bought it. Because if I didn't. I wouldn't be able to focus on the work because I would just be thinking about how cool the machete is!!! So it really was necessary, and I have no regrets. Plus I've been daring that rooster to try a stunt like last week again so I can test it out. I haven't had a problem again though. Guess he was too... chicken.... ha...... ha.... wow I'm hilarious.

But this week was pretty good, we've been working hard. Elder Freeman and I have been setting some goals to help us become better. Our goals this week are run 4 times with 1 big workout, eat out less than 3 times, and have a whole day English fast. They're pretty simple goals, but they help us be more united and focused. Then of course we have goals for the people we're teaching also. 

Something I read in the scriptures this week again was about Amalickiah. He's a real bad man with real bad intentions and aspirations. But Captain Moroni won't have none of that, so he just gets absolutely wrecked. It's awesome. Alma 45:24 through the end of Alma really, but through Alma 49 is all just so good. I know if we continue to make spiritual preparations against the temptations of the world and watch diligently, we will be prepared when the temptations and challenges of the world come upon us. Most of all we have to have our lives centered on Jesus Christ and truly take His name upon ourselves as we promised to do when we were baptized. The true protection and blessings of this come when we are living the gospel and keeping our covenants as we should. I know this is true and I share it in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

Anyways, that's all I have to say. Lastly I'll answer the "Mom" questions.
        1. Do you fix a lot of your own food?
                 Yes mom, we cook a lot, we live right next to the palenke, which is like the farmers market, where we buy fresh produce and meat, so we eat fresh and good. It's actually awesome, we eat fruit and vegies, lots of cucumbers too, it's all good.
         2. Is there lots of places to shop and eat still?
                 No mom, there's not many here. Just Macdo and Jollibee, plus some drugstores we can get stuff at, so it's not too different.
         3. Since you are in this area will you be in the new mission?
                 Yes mom, if I stay here after the May 29th transfer day, I'll be in the new Antipolo Mission
         4. Three words to describe your companion?
                 Wrestler, pogi, third-of-ten-kids-from-a-farm-family-in-Washington
         5. Shoes holding up???
                  Yes mom, the shoes can still stay on my feet and I expect them to last the mission because I'm too picky and cheap about my shoes and don't want to go find another pair I like.
         6. Health???????
                   Still healthy and strong, still haven't gotten very sick so far on the mission, and hopefully it stays that way.

       Alright, those were painful to answer and probably more painful to read. Congratulations to all those that endured with me. Sorry no pictures, I'll try to get some good ones for next week. Love you all and thank you all for your support!

Elder Banister

Week 20

Hello from the Philippines, there's mountains here after all. I'm in a new area called Teresa in the Morong zone. The area is awesome and it's nice to have some new scenery. My new companion is Elder Freeman from Washington. I haven't taken many pictures yet, but maybe next week. Yesterday was a good day for missionary work. I had the opportunity to pass the sacrament and exercise the Aaronic Priesthood. That was awesome. We had 5 people we're teaching come to church too, so things are already going good in this area. Hopefully I can help it more. After regular church services, we had a special sacrament service in Ondoy where they're hoping to establish a branch. That's the main place we've worked so far. I'll send more next week, there's a lot to say and not much time on P-day. Highlight of the week was probably when we went to teach a "family" and it was the Moreno family, but about 15 people were there, most all girls. Oh man, I'm glad they were so eager to learn about the Book of Mormon. (can you feel the sarcasm?) That was pretty funny. Hopefully they remember what we taught. But that's about what happened this week, I'm sure I'll remember a lot more I wanted to say after I log off. I appreciate the prayers and thoughts and really do feel the support from home. Love you all

Elder Banister 2

Our hangouts chat:

everything here is good, the area is cool, lots of mountains and trees

Cool! Is there a lot of members?

yeah, maybe like 10, then we have a special service in this other area that's kind of far

What is your companions name? How do you travel?

Elder Freeman, and we mostly ride tricicles here

Is he American? How long out?

Yes, from washington, he has 3 months left

Ok, hopefully he's not too trunky! Logan is 🙂

We just got home tonight from Utah. LONG trip to Michigan but it was cool seeing everything again. 

What's a tricicle? a three wheeled motorcycle thing?

Yeah, a motorcycle with a side cart thing, they're pretty fun

What is your living area like? A small apartment? Are you near water at all?

hopefully Logan is alright haha

yeah, it's pretty small, we live right around this pasture with some cows in it

Ooh cows! I can't wait to see some photos. Any strange animal or bug sightings?

Hello?

If you can't write right now it's fine, I understand. I love you so much and hope you have a good week adjusting to your new area and companion. Happy Easter too!! We didn't do anything special because we were driving but we will have a dinner tomorrow. You look good from the second I got to see you!! I will stay on a little bit longer ok? Love you!!!

sorry, I was taking a survey thing and these computers are really slow

BUT I'm still here haha

That's ok! I thought you left me because I'm asking lots of MOM questions! 

Oh and i watched that video about the mom. It made me cry. Thanks alot.

Haha, have you ever seen that one before?

Yes, a long time ago but I had forgotten it. 

What are your days like? finding people? serving people?

We have a lot of people to teach in this area so it's pretty nice

Oh good! They don't all tell you to go away??? Is there other languages too? 

mostly just Tagalog. And if anything they just tell us next time

Are you having a good week? I know it's been hard lately, but hope you are feeling good. We send a lot of prayers your way!!

yeah, I'm doing fine, kind of a weird feeling

Yes, we have it too. Like, something is missing and things aren't the same and we still have to keep living life. It will be strange for dad to go to work tomorrow but I think it will help us all to get back to "normal" I honestly don't think I've ever cried as much as I have this past week. 😞

yeah, kinda thought about going home, but then I was like that would be even worse haha

True, coming home might have made it worse. You are in the right place at the right time. It has been cool that it was Easter week and I kept seeing all of these messages about Christ everytime I was on the computer. I sang the song Peace in Christ at Grandma's funeral and the words are soooooo true. Oh and even great grandma came to the funeral! And all of my family came too which was awesome. I will send you pictures when i get a chance. I will send you the words to that song too.

yeah, we have the song, it's alright

and there's some senior missionaries from twin falls here, so that's kind of cool

Dad sang O Divine Redeemer and it was like an angel singing. I bawled my eyes out. What are their names? How cool!!

wait, the song is awesome and true, it's just alright that you don't send the words haha

and they're the Fernies

Oh, I thought you meant the song was just alright. Ha!

What do the senior missionaries do? do you see them a lot?

they're in the new ward actually, 2 sets of them

they mostly help out president Koster

I would love to be a senior missionary some day and spoil the elders. 

Wait, I already do that!!

yeah, they're pretty awesome, 

Do you eat the same kinds of things? Do you make your own food? Are there places around to eat out?

yeah, it's all mostly the same food wise, which is fine

more bugs?

not so bad, more ants in the new apartment though

Just like home! Ants are invading our bathroom downstairs 🙂

looks like it's time to remodel

YES! I predict when you get home we will have a new bathroom down there! I hope.....

haha, we'll see

Favorite thing you've read this week? 

we listened to a lot of talks this week, I'll send some next week

conference talks?

yeah, old ones

Kolby I am glad I got to "talk" to you but I'm so tired. Is there anything else you want to say? I love you soooooo much!!!

Love you too, hope everything back home is good. Maybe next week the computers will be better haha. 

Tell dad I say hi

Ok I will, and yes I hope to see your cute face!!!!!!

haha okay

Kolby • Sun, 10:42 PM