Hey ya'll,
This has been a great week! We went on exchanges with the sister training leaders in Douglas Sister Walker and Sister Zenovieff. Sister Zenovieff came to Albany. It went really well, I learned so much from her. She is such a great missionary!
        Last Saturday we went to a baptism for a little boy the elders were teaching, he's 9 and his cousin who's 8. So many people came to the baptism. To have all the love and support of the members of the ward. It was fantastic. I think that would be great to have at every baptism. It made such a difference in how they felt. They played a video about missionaries and it just made so happy to be serving. Also To be serving around such wonderful people, missionaries and members.

   After the baptism had pioneer day. It was a lot of fun, we were able to help serve the food. Plus they did a few different pioneer activities. We delivered some bibles to referrals that live in smaller cities around Albany. That was an adventure! We also did some service for one of our investigators. We cleaned a stove and had a lot of fun doing it. Overall it was a great day!

  Sunday we sang in church again. We sang "They the builders of the nation" for pioneer day. It went really well. Later I played the piano for Relief Society and that went really well. I love hymns, they can make such a difference. I just love being a missionary! It's such a blessing to be able to be here serving in such a great mission! Make it a great week!

Georgia peach,

Sister Emily Wheelwright

Hey y'all,

It's been a great week! Last p-day we went to a Crime and Punishment museum and Last Meal cafe in Asburn, GA. It was interesting. It had a lot of history in it. We got to take pictures in the electric chair and in a cell. We had a tour of the place from one of the locals. He knew a lot of the sheriff's that used to live there. He had a some cool stories to tell. It also had some pictures of some people's last meals. One had Domino's pizza, which is soo good and another had KFC.  

   So you know the stories with missionary's getting chased by dogs well it almost happened. I know right!? I don't know why I'm excited... whatever. So we were walking back from an appt and decided to try and see a potential. We walked half way to the door and saw a big black thing on the steps, that's weird. Then we didn't see the big dog barking behind the fence... that's the dog. We stopped just as the dog saw us. So we turned to leave and he jumped up and started running at us. So I thought I don't have to run faster then the dog just my companion. J/K! We stopped and turned to face him. In the end he licked our hands and we parted as friends... I think.....still not sure on that. So it all worked out, but for those few seconds it was intense.

   Another night we were walking back and we really wanted some strawberry lemonade. So felt like we should walk a different way then normal and walked past a gas station. They had Strawberry Lemonade! The next day a member bought us strawberry lemonade too, Blessing! 

   We taught the lesson in Relief society, it was on temples. It went really well. Everyone was involved in the lesson and making comments. I just love the temple so much and all the blessing we receive from going. I can't wait to be able to go again. 

       One of the families that we're teaching is Jenifer and her husband David. They live out in the country in Bridgeborrow. They have all the animals, well they have a baby goat now. It's the cutest thing ever! I was able to bottle feed it. It was so adorable. They named her Magnolia, Maggy for short though. David has kept up with his Book of Mormon reading. He is now in ch 16 of 1 Nephi and really enjoying it. He marks it and writes notes/questions. I am so grateful I have the chance to meet them and be a part of their progress. It's been such a blessing. Thanks for all ya'lls love and support.

Georgia peach,

Sister Emily Wheelwright

Hey y'all,

    It's been a fantastic week here in Georgia!  Last Monday for p-day we went downtown and walked around looking at the different historic places they have. We took a few pictures of the Ray Charles statue. They have him playing the piano. He is from Albany. Tuesday we had district meeting and one of the Elders is going home so we made funeral potatoes and the Elders made a cake. His companion wrote a Eulogy and we had a "funeral" for him. He laid on the ground while he read it and we all talked about memories we had. He goes home today actually. 

      We received a referral. Someone went online and requested a missionary visit. This family lives at the edge of our area. Miracle of the day trying to get there though. We went to visit them and the gps was wrong so we got lost we tried to call them but we didn't have any cell phone service. After trying the view houses in the area nobody was home. We tried the phone again and got service long enough to find her house and it all worked out. It's such a great family. They've had missionaries teach them when they lived in Michigan! They moved here to Georgia and wanted to keep learning. They had lost they're copies of the Book of Mormon in the move. They asked for a Book of Mormon they Wednesday when we came back Friday. David Jenifer's husband had already read the intro and testimony's all the way up to ch 6 in first Nephi with things highlighted, notes and questions. Which is so fantastic! It's been great getting to know them, They have so many pets! They have like 11 cats some inside some outside a few of them are kittens. they also have some: dogs, turkeys, chickens, and a pig who is house trained and knocks on the door to come inside he also does tricks for jolly ranchers! We went to their place for a fourth of July bbq on the 3rd it was a lot of fun!

     Thursday a we went out to lunch for Indian food with a member and her friend she's a little interested in the church. That was great to spend time with them. We meet them at the book of Mormon class Wednesday. The food was okay a little spicy though.

     Saturday we were trying to save miles so we walked to different less actives close by. We came in for lunch just as it started raining. There are these big alarms outside they went off it's said: thunder storm warning is in affect seek shelter now! We had a crazy thunder storm it was sooo loud. Later that night we were on lock down so we ordered pizza, garlic knots, and some Root beer and had it delivered.  Sister Smiths mom sent some stuff for the 4th so we took pictures with it. We played skipboo and ate pizza while we waited for transfer calls. We're both staying in Albany, we were so excited we started to jump up and down screaming! Overall it was a great night! Sister Muegge's companion went home today so she's hanging out with us until she gets her new companion tomorrow. She came over yesterday we're in a 3 some for a few days.

  I'm excited to stay in Albany for another transfer with my companion Sister Smith. I know great things will happen with all the fantastic people we're teaching. Make it a great week! 

Georgia peach,

Sister Emily Wheelwright

Hey ya'll,

It's been a fantastic week here in Albany GA! The weeks go by so fast, so much happens. Last Monday I had my hair braided with some hair I bought, Kawajaylne's sister did it for me. Kawajaylne is a recent convert. It took around 3 hours. It was a lot of fun to have my hair like that and really easy to take care of it. I had long hair again so I could do so much with it. 

 We had members take us to different cities close by that are in our area but would take all our miles. We went to Damascus! So we had to take pictures! it was great to get to the members while we traveled from different places. We're able to deliver the bibles and contact a bunch of referrals. It helped us to reach our goals we had made for the week! 

 We went to the relief society activity Alex and Susan came. They had a lot of fun! It was great to have them meet more of the members. Members can make such a difference in the work by helping them feel involved, and loved. It's the last week in the transfer It went by fast! I know this next week will be great! I hope ya'll have a happy 4th of July! Did you know that Amuleck was converted on the 4th of July? Talks about it in alma  10:6

     "Nevertheless, I did harden my heart, for I was called many times and I would not hear; therefore I knew concerning these things, yet I would not know; therefore I went on rebelling against God, in the wickedness of my heart, even until the fourth day of this seventh month, which is in the tenth year of the reign of the judges.

 I read that recently and thought it was good! Thanks for all your love and support! Make it a great week! 

Georgia peach,

Sister Emily Wheelwright

hey ya'll,

      So this week has been so fantastic! We were supper busy and worked really hard so we're able to reach a lot of the goals we set! Plus we've been trying all sorts of food! so Monday we ate the chocolate covered crickets, and boiled chicken feet. That was interesting not my favorite. I'd eat the chocolate covered crickets before the chicken. Sunday we tried pickled pigs feet, it was okay. With all of this I feel like I went to a different country, it's awesome! I also had sweet potatoe casserole for the first time... amazing! Georgia is the best!

      Wednesday we went to Edison one of the outer cities in our area. A member gave us a ride so that we wouldn't us all of our miles. Sister Sorensen is the best! We had a lot of fun! We were able to see the person wanted the bible. She had been out of town until that morning. She was surprized we came the day she got back. We were also able to visit a few others members in the area that we aren't able to normally. That night then Bro Cartmell gave us matching water bottles to stay hydrated when we're walking that was so nice of him! He also teaches the book of Mormon class on Wednesdays! We have some other members that are going to help us again this week. They are so helpful here. It definilty makes the work so much better when they get involved.

  Friday we were able to go up to girls camp for a few hours. I was able to see some girls from one of my last area's Valdosta, it was the best thing ever! I just love them so much! We had planed to go up didn't even know they're going talk about missionary work. So when we showed up they were super excited, it all worked out really well! It was a ton of fun getting to know the girls in the stake and talk about missionary work and experiences they've had. It helped me get excited about this great work. I just love being a missionary! Thanks for all your love and support! Make it a great week! 

Macon Miracles,

Sister Emily Wheelwright

Hey ya'll

         It's been a great week! it went by so fast! So my companion got a package from her uncle and it had sardines in it. So I tried them with crackers for the first time ever... not bad! They were interesting. Next week... chocolate covered crickets! We shall see how this goes! Normally I would say I can't wait but this time I think I can actually. 

       We've been going through some old referrals and we contacted one of them her name is Donna. Normally she works at that time but she decided to take the day off. Which just happened to be the same day we came, blessings! She had never met with missionaries before. So we started teaching her and she is so open to the message. We're going to meet with her again this next week! 

         We also have been able to meet a few less active members and get to know them more. There are some pretty great people here who have been through so much. One lives in our same apt complex so that makes visiting her easier. Especially when we're low on miles and have to walk. We wanted to walk to the church for book of Mormon class Wednesday, we felt like we should just drive and it's a good thing we did! After class we came out and it was poring rain! We ran to the car and got completely soaked! Can you imagine what would've happened if we walked there?! I'm so glad we didn't walk. 

       Sunday was just fantastic, I love Sundays! Yesterday we had 3 investigators at church! Our normal Sunday routine, we get up and ready call our investigators to make sure they're up and getting ready and they're ride is set still. We remind them to come to church with a question in mind. Sometimes we have meetings with ward council. We get to church early to meet and get to know the members better. Cedric came he's been telling us he would come since I've been here and he did! Alexandra came she's been pretty regularly for the past few weeks. She is on date for the 27th of June with her sister Susan. They want to make sure they're ready for baptism, which is such a great thing! After church we had a few great member present lessons. They make such a big difference in the way the lessons go. Before my mission I never realized how much a difference members can make in conversion. I know now that it makes all the difference in helping them understand and feel loved. I love being able to see people progress in the gospel. To see them make those changes in their lives to come closer to Christ and strengthen their faith. Missionary work is the best! Make it a great week! Thanks for all your love and support! 

Macon Miracles,

Sister Emily Wheelwright

Hey ya'll

        It's been a great week here in Georgia! It went by so fast! so last p day we went to chehaw and we had district come with us and a family the Goodmans! We were trying to figure out how we were all getting in and who was paying who was using the the free passes. The lady was so confused that she just let us in for free! It was the best! We got to feed some of the animals there, they were a wake and moving around. It was a lot of fun! 

       Tuesday we had Zone conference in Tifton, we had car inspections... we totally passed just sayin! It was a great meeting! I learned so much from all the different training's. One was sad though. Saturday some sister missionaries in the north Atlanta mission got in a car accident. So we went over vehicle safety. Sister Cottle gave a training on using the Book of Mormon, they gave everyone a copy of the Book of Mormon with our names on the inside. They challenged us to read it by next Zone conference and mark Faith, Repentance, Baptism, Holy ghost, & Endure to the end in a different color. I'm excited to read and look for the doctrine of the gospel of Jesus Christ! 

   After Zone conference we did exchanges with the sister in Hazelhurst. Some of our appointments feel through but we we're able to see other people and it all worked out great! We were able to see some part member families that are usually are gone all the time. We stopped by a less active part member family and her husband was home. He's not a member and usually leaves when we come. He told us that she was a sleep and to call later. I decided to share a scripture with him real quick and asked his thoughts. He was real open to talking about it and shared some of his feeling about it. He said that he will share his testimony on some of his experiences he's had about it the next time we come. I know that the Lord has a plan for each of us and I love being able to see that in others life's as they come closer to Christ. They become happier and you can see the light of Christ come into their eyes.

     The next day she asked me to cut her hair before we exchanged back, so we took a some time during lunch. It was a great exchange I learned so much and we had a blast! We're been trying to save miles in our car so we've been walking more and we walked past this park and saw this huge baseball glove! it's pretty cool! My companion is so awesome we have a lot of fun together! make it a great week! 

Macon miracles,

Sister Emily Wheelwright