An Elder would chuck all the wood he could chuck, if an Elder could chuck wood.
Now,
I don't know the exact definition of the word "chuck" that the original
tongue twister originally intended, but in this case I mean "chuck" as
in "throw with vigor."
And I have learned that we definitely can chuck wood. I'll attach a picture to prove it.
Here
in St. Johns, firewood is a necessary part of staying warm in the
winter for most people. And a necessary part of obtaining firewood, is
cutting down trees. So we went with someone this week to help them with
that. We aren't allowed to use chainsaws though and so we didn't help
with the actual cutting down trees part. But we did help with lifting
and loading and stacking and of course, chucking wood.
That day was crazy though, because it was cold. In Arizona. So cold that I had to wear a jacket. In fact when we woke up it was 18 degrees.
I certainly am not in the valley anymore, that's for sure.
Anyhow, it has been a great week. Transfers is also tomorrow. And our transfer news is:
We're all staying! No changes in St. Johns.
Now, I have an exciting and humorous story to share with you all.
Just kidding. I have sadly run out of time, and so I will keep you in suspense until next week.
I
have to go but I just want to say before I do so, that I have learned
more than ever how we have a Heavenly Father who loves us, and that we
have a Savior who has made it possible for us to find strength over our
weaknesses and find peace and lasting happiness in our lives. I've had
answers to prayers and amazing experiences throughout my mission, but
most recently this last week. I know Christ's Gospel is true and we will
find so many blessings as we strive every day to live it.
I hope you guys have another great week!
~Elder Oswald
P.S. - Pictures
1. Wood being chucked
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