Experiences of a Missionary in Mexico City

Only Elder Hoots could tell a story like the ones below.  Just imagine him telling them with a "dude" between every word and you will laugh.  Finally, we get some stories about the actuality of living in Mexico City.  Experiences like this will help you grow up fast.  haha.

If you haven't already, please try to send out your handwritten note to Hoots.  To get to Mexico in time for Christmas, they should probably be sent next week at the very latest. 

Thank you for all your support.

New Companion, New lessons

Haden got his new companion this week.  He seems to be happier with it than he expected.  Either way, he is doing the smart thing and looking at the positive and learning what he can from each new experience.

Also this week he finally sent some new pictures.  There aren't very many, but better than nothing.

Finally, I want to encourage all of you who read this blog to send Haden a handwritten note for Christmas.  He gets a lot of emails and comments every week, but I think it would be cool if he got a bunch of Christmas cards in the mail for Christmas.  It's his first away from home, so every little bit would help.  Doesn't have to be a novel, but just a short note to let him know you are thinking about him will do a lot to boost his spirits.  His address can be found on the Contact Info page.  Be sure to put enough postage and let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks again for all your support. 

Below is the letter......

More "Crazy" Experiences for Elder Hoots

Short letter this week as Elder Hoots didn't have much time.  He did have another crazy experience this week that he did want to share with everyone. 

Thank you to those who have been sending comments.  As he says in his letter he has had some ups and downs over the past couple of weeks, so every little bit of encouragement helps. 

Also, check out this video of Elder Hoots a couple months back at the MTC helping a new missionary unpack his stuff.  It is purely coincidental that he is part of the video, but kind of funny.  Thank you to Thomas Nilsen for sharing.

Finally, Elder Hoot's location has been updated on the map to the right.  Not too far from where he was, but a new place nonetheless.

Enjoy this week's letter.

Elder Hoots Continues to Work Hard

Another week down in Mexico.  Nothing as crazy as last week, but there is probably nothing that will top that.  Click below to read what is going on in Elder Hoots' world.

Another great week of comments.  Keep them coming, he loves them and they really help.

It Was a Week of Miracles

It was a week full of miracles for Elder Hoots.  He has been working very hard on being the best missionary he can be and after all the positive things he had happen to him last week, the good times keep coming. 

One of the stories in this letter is in his words "intense."  Amazing experience that he'll never forget.

Read on to hear about all the good things that are happening and don't forget to send him a quick email or leave a quick comment to him.  Even though he can't reply to all of them, he really appreciates it and it helps keep him going.