4th Of July And Good Times

I love Enumclaw! It is so amazing. There are so many old trucks and farms, and I'm getting used to it. I love the slowed pace of life; Bellevue was a bigger city-feel for sure.



Independence Day was spectacular! We attended a program with some educated speakers that spoke about the privilege of being American. A few investigators came, and they enjoyed it! One guy who attended this event had a tractor that pulled a massive U.S. flag! We obviously got photos in front of it. I wore red, white, and blue for the occasion, of course. I am sure grateful for those who make extreme sacrifices to grant me such amazing freedoms. I have to do my part as an American citizen too, which I'm happy to do!



We had a zone conference with lots of learning and talking with numerous other missionaries! I always love these conferences.



We're getting to know the members and investigators here in Enumclaw pretty well, but it's taking some time. The members are doing a terrific job assisting in our missionary work, helping us feel welcome! I'm hugely appreciative of it all. We are praying that we resume teaching these wonderful friends soon. This message is tremendous!



That concludes my email. Chao!



Elder Jones 



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