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| Elder Pinegar & Elder Pinzón in Paita |
Yeah sup fam!! So here's the dowlow on this week. I'm in Paita. It's one hour south of Talara and it's coastline, so it's breezy. It will be a good place to spend the summer here. I'm in Paita Alta and it's pretty chill. The members are great and there is a lot more support here in the branch. We're doing work and had a good assitance (attendance) here; The highest that they have had. 9.
So anyways, I have a new companion. He is called Elder Pinzón (the name is from Spain), but he is from Ecuador, Quito. He's pretty chill, and I sent a pic of him to y'all. I calculate that he will be here only 1 change more and what not. My area is fairly small, and I think that I'll get used to it fairly quick. The pension here is really nice, and her whole family is kind. I had to eat cow stomach the other day. That was gross. It's called mondongo here. My comp was born in the church, and his parents were converts. He is pretty tranquilo and likes to talk a lot in the lecciones. It's probably because he is fairly new. He has 3 months in the mission. It's nice this time cause I can practically talk to him about everything. The Spanish is natural, and I'm slowly forgetting my beautiful English.....yeah so that's the downlow on this week, just know that I'm doing good and having fun!!!!
Basically all the people here are fishermen and ohhh my pension said that about 30 years ago she knew an Elder Pinegar.... ask dad if he every served in Paita K? yeah thanks!!!! keep it chill!!!!
Elder Pinegar
PS: I would like just a few things, first is melatonin 3mg. second is 2 refills for that pen that shark sent me. (zebra refill F 0.7mm) thanks!!!! love you guys!!!! and if y'all have any questions, make me a list and I'll answer them!!
Oh and that's cool about Scott, don't worry, I'm in communication with him. haha I always got my G´s.
**Alex also sent a letter to Jared in Spanish--so for those of you who speak the language--it will be an extra treat--google translate is okay--but doesn't do it justice.
que tal papacito mio! ya esta seman fue muy buena y donde estoy ahora es completamente diferenty que le anterior. las personas, en especial los miembros están animados y listos por el trabajo que se le presente. el presidente de la rama es muy bueno y se nota, la feliciadad. te comparto mi experiencia en la iglesia ayer. no es exatamente espiritual, pero fue bueno. acá tal como en mis otros areas me siento bien con los miembros. ha sido como 4-5 años desde he tocado el piano.....y está domingo me obligaron a tocar......fue un disatrre completo, pero me recuperé con las ultimas dos canciones. siempre estoy dispuesto de servir, quizá no tengo tanta abilidad en todas las cosas, pero me acuerdo en mateo en cuanto los talentos, yo tengo 5 y definitivemente quiero mas!!! jaja no es que soy egoísta, pero es bueno de aprender siempre, como me dijiste! sigue fuerte!!! ohhh y felicitaciones con tu edificios y todo eso!!! una cosita mas, me olvidé de decirte feliz compleaños......to pido que me disculpes, te amo mucho!!!!!! haz trabajo pero disfruta a vida a la vez!!!
paz para siempre!!! tu hijito alex pinegar
GOOGLE translate with a lot of help from Jared below:
Hi little Daddy!!
This week was very good and where I am now is completely different than it was before. The people, particularly members are excited and ready for the work. The branch president is very good and it shows, and it's easy to tell he's happy. Let me tell you about church yesterday, it's not exactly spiritual, but it was good. Here as in my other areas, I feel good with the members. It's been like 4-5 years since I played the piano ..... and this week they needed someone to play the piano Sunday ...... I was a complete disaster, but I redeemed myself with the last two songs. I am always ready to serve. Perhaps I don't have too much ability in everything, but I agree with Matthew when the Lord spoke about the talents. I have 5 and definitely want more! haha I'm not selfish, but it's always good to learn, as you said! Move forward! Ohhh and congratulations with your building and all that! One more thing, I forgot to tell you happy ...... birthday.* I ask you to forgive me, I love you much!! work hard, but enjoy life at the same time!
peace forever!
Your son Alex Pinegar
*Jared's Bday was Oct 19
