First Letter from Mexico

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Hola everyone!! This will be short becuase I spent a lot of time writing family personally this week, but I am in Mexico!!!
My area is Nueva Rosita and it is HOT HOT HOT. Word on the street is that it's the hottest area... ayayaya. We just moved apartments today because our other one was too small and I am grateful because we didn't have any AC and it was TINY. We need a bigger one because we actually are in a companionship of three!! My companions are Hermana Machuca from Mexico and Hermana Peñaranda from Columbia! They both are native spanish speakers... luckily Hermana Machuca knows a little English, but we always speak spanish. Okay.. I say that lightly.. they always speak spanish and I mostly don't say anything because I'm struggling with the spanish thing. Basically I don't know what anyone is saying ever and its most frustrating than I would every imagine. I have this vision of the missionary I want to be and I can't be there right now becuase I don't understand anyone!! But I have seen a little improvement this week and know the Lord is with me.. I pray day in and day out. He is the only one who understands me completely right now (and always). Rely on Him!! 

And read 2 Nephi 3... especially verses 8 and 24.. out of weak things shall I make strong and he shall be great in mine eyes. I am clinging to this right now.

Okay so I am constantly covered in sweat, sunscreen, bugspray, and dirt... always! We walk everywhere!! I don't ever really feel in danger, but I have had my share of whistles and stares, as well as some awkward compliments. Oh and one man wants me to marry his son!!... cool. Haha but all is well. I wish I had more time to emphasize on things, but basically prayers would be MUCH appreciated. Especially for the gift of tongues and the gift of INTERPRETATION of tongues. And strength. And patience. I want so badly to get to know this people because it{s the only thing that makes this worth it. Right now it is SO hard, but I have faith the Lord will bless me. Every day is a new day and I love the work, I just pray soon I can understand and contribute more. Um what else.. our new apartment has a washing machine, but I had been washing clothes on a concrete washboard in the back. And our old apartment was kind of falling apart, so honestly, I'm going to try to start anew with this new apartment. 

On the bright side I have seen some improvement in the way of language.. I have had a few awesome experiences with prayer and reliance on the Lord, but nothing too special. Just personal. Please pray for me!! and for the all the missionaries trying to learn a language.. I don't think anyone else understands the loneliness that comes with it. But Mexico is good! The food is good and I'm enjoying the learning experience. Man I have got to make more time to share insights haha.. hopefully in the future when things aren't always new! And when I know what's happening more. Love you all, I miss you so much!!!!

Con amor,
Hermana Roberts

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