Elder Haslam apologizes for not writing his own email this week. He had a lot to do this P-day and just ran out of time. As his parents, we did have a little email back and forth today, so this week's email is from us.
Here are some of the highlights from our short session with him today.
He said his week was "swell," and he was excited about a new pair of brown shoes he bought, since he was tired of wearing only black ones. Winter is well underway in New Brunswick, and it is starting to get a lot colder now. He's grateful for his puffy Eskimo parka and warm winter boots. Most of his day is spent outside in downtown Fredericton street contacting anyone who is willing to stop and chat. A common practice is for them to set up free hot chocolate stands to entice passers by to stop for a hot drink, at which time they try to slip in a few quick words about the Gospel to warm hearts along with cold bodies..
Tyler was trained by two zone leaders in his first area of Newfoundland, and he refers to them as his mission dad and mom. Elder Larsen is his "dad" and Elder Hovey is his "mom." (We asked if Elder Hovey is cool with that label, and Ty said yes because he's such a thoughtful, loving guy.) Elder Hovey followed Elder Haslam last transfer to New Brunswick. Though they are in different companionships, they still share the same apartment with three other elders. Since both Elder Larsen and Elder Hovey are going home this month, I guess that means Elder Haslam is going to be a mission orphan?
Below is a sweet picture of Tyler embracing Elder Hovey after the last district meeting of his mission. It's going to be difficult to say goodbye, but as his parents, we are so grateful for the faithful young men and women with whom Tyler gets to rub shoulders.
That is about it. Thanks for your ongoing love and support for Elder Haslam! We are so blessed!
Elder Haslam's Dad & Mom
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