Hello everyone, how are you all doing?
Well the week has finally come to a close. It’s been a bit
interesting. Mostly because I have been fighting being sick. I'll tell you all
about it.
Nothing has been staying inside me. Nothing is solid. It all just
leaves. Well, this past Saturday at zone conference, I took 2 diarrhea pills.
And then I was eating again. Well by the night I felt like nothing was moving.
I went to bed, and then woke up to go to the bathroom. Nothing. I tried to
throw up hoping that I could get the bad stuff to leave. Only a little came
out. Went back to bed and some time later, I emergency woke up. Stomach did not
feel good. I threw up terribly. But what was kinda funny to me was that I knew
it had to happen so when it did, I wanted to make sure that it all went out. I
found myself saying, "Come on, is that all you got?!"
Then I threw up some more and was over with it. Went back to bed and woke up feeling
terrible. But I still wanted to go to church and take the Sacrament and share
my testimony. I got ready and left. As missionaries, before we leave the piso,
we say something we know. I said, "I know God will help me get to church so I
can take the sacrament." And he did just that. I was extremely
grateful and humble to have been able to make it to church.
We then ate at a member’s house. But not me. I only had a banana
and some crackers. I have to start the BRAT diet which is bananas, rice, apple
sauce, and toast. But I am supposed to start that in the evening, not at 3:00
pm. So I’m a little worried. The mission nurse says if I don't get better, I'll
have to go to the doctor. Bummer, don't want that.
Last Saturday, I forgot to mention that we attended and interfaith
fair. We were there for an hour and we were there to answer questions and what
not for anyone who stopped by. I'll send a picture.
This past Saturday was Zone Conference. We got there a bit late,
but everyone was singing so we didn’t disrupt anything. I received some
inspiration about one of the changes from General Conference about the change
to 2 hour church now. It helped me understand the mind of God more and I was
able to accept it more readily and testify of its importance. It was pretty fun,
and I took pictures with some people which I will send.
My companion’s back has been hurting him, so he bought a heating
pack for it. But all is well.
Oh, with me being sick and all, I finally asked for a blessing and
I take comfort in the words shared in the blessing. I was told the the Savior
will heal me so I have complete confidence in it. I will do my part in
following the health instructions given to me. I feel a bit better. We will see
what happens and hopefully each day is a bit better.
Transfer calls come this Saturday. It is only 5 weeks because of
the mission President conference coming up. Oh, and the hermanas from my group
already have their itinerary for going home. Lol. I am super trunky now. Haha. I really don't want to leave. Roberlando will
be have one year as a member the 29th of November. Then he will go to the
temple on December 6th and 7th for the ward temple trip. He was also set apart
as the Young Men’s second counselor. I was able to be part of the circle to set
him apart. He is happy in the church. Really happy! I also gave him a blessing
of comfort and counsel for his upcoming interview. I pray he does well.
For preparation day, we didn’t do much on account of me not having
energy to go and my companion’s back. We were gonna go bowling as a Zone, but
we both just didn't have it in us to do it. I think the traveling would have
killed me.
We are trying to build up this area. It’s kind of hard and I don't
know what will happen. Sometimes I feel alone but then I think back at how
blessed I have been and really there was always another set of footprints right
beside me. 😁
We had a talent show at the church this past Friday. It went
really well. We, as the missionaries sang a song. It was the Jesus version of
Hallelujah. I’ll have to get the video from someone and then I will send it
over.
Answers
to questions...
How was
Zone Conference? Did you get any mail?
Zone Conference was great. I got letters from mom and Joshua
How
have you been feeling? Any improvements?
I think I will feel better this week. I have to.
How did
your musical number go this week?
It went great. Everyone loved it.
If you
could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would it be?
I would have dinner with Nephi and my grandma
What is
the best part of your day?
The best part of the day is coming back to piso after working hard
What is
the grossest thing you have eaten in Spain?
The grossest thing I have eaten was a type of fish/eel thing. It
as small and nasty.
If could
change one thing about how you prepared for your mission, what would it be?
I would have gone out with the missionaries more. The work is too
important to decide not to help out.
Well that's about it everyone. I hope that everyone has a great
week and I'll let you all know how I'm feeling soon. I love you all and keep the
faith!
Love
Elder Maybury
A Few Self-Reflective Pictures
Our Missionary Group on Talent Show Night
(People said I looked like Elvis from the side)
Pictures from Zone Conference
(me with President Galli)
(me and my former companion, Elder Vargas)
(me and Elder Adcock)
(me and Elder Doman)
Picture from the InterFaith Fair
What A Difference A Year Makes!
(L: Zone Conference in Mataro (2017) / R: Zone Conference in Sabadell (2018)
Well my
heart was hurting a little bit this time around. It makes me feel sad to see that my son is
still so sick. He has lost 16 pounds in
just over 2 weeks time. But through it
all, I love his attitude and I can still see the happiness in his eyes. That is what matters the most to me. I love that he is looking forward to serving
the people in his area of Sabadell. Finding
joy in service is one of the key ingredients to a happy life, I would say.
I am also
so happy that my is getting the opportunity to see the fruits of some of his
labor in seeing Roberlando flourish in the gospel and helping to confirm him
into the Young Men’s presidency. It is
amazing to have this opportunity and I am so happy for my son.
As he
mentioned, transfer calls are coming up this weekend, but I am hopeful that
Elder Maybury will be able to stay in Sabadell and continue to work hard in
bringing souls unto Christ. When the
work is difficult, it tests you in a variety of ways. It tests your diligence, your obedience, your
patience, your faith, your testimony and several other things. But it is important to remember that, as
missionaries, they are called to SERVE and that comes in a variety of
ways. Baptisms may come, but conversions
are more important. And being an example
of the Savior by loving and serving his sheep and those in need is the greatest
act of service that may exist. I am honored
by my son’s service. For every single
day that he is away from us, I am grateful for it.
Last week,
Elder Maybury spoke of a youth activity where he allowed the winners of the
youth activity to throw “pie” in his face.
Of course, this was just whipped cream on plates. He sent home the video of this part of the activity
and it is great fun to watch. This is
who Elder Maybury is deep in his soul.
He loves working with the youth and he loves doing whatever it takes to
keep them active and help them have a good time. And, true to form, Elder Maybury is not shy
about eating something that most of us wouldn’t! LOL!
Also, the Majorca islands were inundated by flooding waters last week. There were several deaths. The area that my son just left in Marratxi on the islands, was asked to go and help with some of the clean up in the affected area (which was Manacor, an area where Elder Maybury had done some exchanges). Here are a couple pictures of those missionaries and that effort. As I understand it, the town was just about wiped out. Quite sad.
Thank
you all for your love and prayers on behalf of our son. I know he feels them and he appreciates
them. If you would like to write to
Elder Maybury, you may do so at the following address:
Elder
Alexander J. Maybury
Spain Barcelona Mission
C/ Calatrava 10-12, bajos
08017 Barcelona
Spain
Each letter will require one international stamp = $1.15
/ up to one ounce
Emailed: October
15th
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