Hey Everybody!

Well, my companion got into a nut on accident and he was sick all the way until Thursday with the allergic reaction.  
I went on exchanges with my zone leader this Tuesday.  He goes home May 2nd. He is way cool and it was fun to go to a new place and be in a car for the day. My companion is nice but he just does not have that same drive I do which at times makes it hard for me to have that same work ethic. It has been hard for these past few months but it has helped show me how I need to have a strong desire and really love the Savior and show Him I care. But it is ok, I will survive :)

Conference went really well. We had a ton of people watch and they liked it a lot. We have good things happening here still but it has slowed down big time. I learned though this conference that I need to show an increased kindness toward others and recognize the importance of covenants and the family. What did you think about the talks? I thought they were really good and I loved Elder Bednar's talk. It's about the load we carry.

You asked if we have missionaries in consecrated housing.  I know there are some missionaries in houses with members but it is rare. Depending on where you are, like Arlington (right by DC) is filled with singles wards so not there so much.  The rich areas like Ashburn, McLean, and Leesburg have a few but not a lot. I know in Arizona they made a big push for that but I have not seen that here.

President likes young leaders to get in there and have that fire to get things moving so that they get to 18 months and become super missionaries.  He has talked a lot in emails that I am going to be needed as a leader and that I need to learn quick.  Our mission will need at least 4 new zone leaders and maybe more if they move others around so strong leadership is a big topic of concern for President.  It will be a crazy transfer. We have interviews this week which is always great.

What else are you up to? Any fun activities or games you have played?

Well, I love you all and miss you! Hope work is well and that everyone is happy and doing good. 

Love,

Elder Westover