Hey Guys!
So this week has been pretty sick. We just got back from shopping and getting a Christmas tree which we bought for 15 euros. Sick!
Lets see what else happened.
So we had an ausstellung which is like a display we set up in the Fuerth inner city area. It was really cool to see how many members came and supported the missionaries. We even had Christmas songs to sing. Some of them were traditional German ones and some of the older people would walk by and start singing them along with us. It was really cool. We also talked to some people on the street who may have interest but so far we havent had anyone meet with us. It was so cold during the display and we were right outside of a bakery, so we went to pick up some hot chocolate inside and gave it to everyone. It was so cool, I wish I had taken pictures. Maybe I can upload some of the ones that Elder Jongejan took.
Well I finally left my area and got to go to Erlangen, which was a nice refreshing change. I was working with my district leader Elder Hardwick. He is from Washington state. I think and is a really cool missionary. I had a bunch of fun. We talked a lot about working out and some plans that we have for home. We had a good time and taught a couple of lessons which was cool.
We also stopped by one of the Christmas markets here in Nuernberg. It was ridiculous! There were Christmas things everywhere! I have never seen more Christmas in my entire life! They have a bunch of different things like these miniature propellers that spin when you light candles underneath. They also have some ridiculous adventskalenars. I am so excited for later today when I get to go check it out!
During this past week, we have been getting lots of Christmas treats from members. We get bags full of Christmas nuts and chocolate! Ugh I love it! I think that I will buy some Christmas chocolate and save it until I come home. Or just mail it. Yeah, that's better. I will definitely send some chocolate home. You guys do so much for me.
So on to the most important thing of the season. I am so excited to tell you all this. That I will be skyping home for Christmas! So the exact time and date has not been specified other than it being Christmas day. It may be around noonish my time, which means either really early for you all or it will be when you are opening presents! Ho Ho Ho! Merry Christmas! Let me know what you all think would be the best time for skyping and I feel like this is adequate time for everyone to get skype set up.
So let's see what else... Thats right, we had ward soccer night which gets really intense sometimes. There are always some really good soccer players there and they usually school us but I have a great time running around and getting my heart rate up.
So there have been just a few thoughts on my mind lately. First off, this is the time of year where we can really think and celebrate Christ's birth. While talking to a lot of people, they are just way too caught up in the commercialism of the Christmas season. There are the few however who do have some religious background and love the time that they have to visit family and friends. If you are familiar with the movie The Grinch. Theres a line where he says, "That's what its always been about isn't it? Thats what its always been about!" There's more to Christmas than just gifts and presents. It's really to spend time with the ones you love. Kinda sad that I have to leave the continent to realize that. But whatever, life is a learning process.
Second, I see a lot of people here who want to believe in something. Some kind of higher power and existence. Some kind of purpose. I have never seen so many people who want to believe, who don't want to believe. Now, don't get me wrong. I am not ragging on the people. There are people out there who are ready and being prepared. But either, they aren't ready for it, or I am not ready. Life is a picky thing.
Well, just for some logistical things... If anyone wants to send anything, they should send it to the mission office. The address will be at the bottom of the email. I will be sending a couple of little emails clearing up some things as far as packages go. Thank you all so much!
Love you all!
Elder Trevor Baker
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