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 Well hello there.

Happy Mother's Day to all of the women out there! I've been thinking a lot about all of the amazing female figures in my life, and I hope you know just how grateful I am for each of you. To Sister Knudsen, Sister Gardner,  Mrs. Dodds, Granny, Mondragon, Rebecca. I LOVE YOU. You guys are amazing, and truly are daughters of a loving Heavenly Father. To all of the other women, I didn't forget you either. You are what complete us, what make life worth living. Thank you so much for your tremendous examples and your loving demeneanors. We love and appreciate you!!

I mean, obviously, there's one other person I've neglected to talk about. That's MY Mom. I got to talk to her last night, which was a blessing in and of itself. She is doing great, and simply radiates love. It was awesome to be able to see her, to hear her voice. I grew up in a home where my mother diligently slaved away each day to help provide for the family. Although her job is not ideal and is often quite exhausting, she does it without hesitation or complaint. My mother is an amazing example to me as a missionary, as I sometimes have days that are "not ideal and often quite exhausting." I love her with all of my soul and heart. 

This week was a great on here in Pennsylvania. My district has really been striving for improvement, as we have been struggling quite a bit with FINDING new Investigators. We set a goal to find 10 New Investigators this last week, which was quite a goal, seeing as we had only found an average of 4 in the weeks prior. However, I felt impressed to promise them that as they prayed each night and were dillignet in their work and obedience to the commandments and mission rules, that we would accomplish our goal. During call-ins last night, I was astonished to hear of the various miracles within their areas. Not only were we able to find 10 New Investigators, but we were able to find 13!! I'm so grateful for the Lord and his help. It's only uphill from here!!

A few highlights from the week:

1) Who wouldn't want us??

2) "I saw a pillar of light, exactly over my head.."

3-4) It's official. PA is GREEEEEEEN.

5) Sometimes I have a big mouth.

6) Exchanges in PIttsburgh!!

Love you, my friends. Enjoy your weeks!!

Elder Jake Gonzales