60 day anniversary, only 487 days to go !!!

Hi Dad,

Feliz Aniversario!! 

I remembered it was your anniversary. Just think how lucky you are to have married such an amazing women. I know you two don't always agree (I am learning that living with roommates) but if you two hadn't gotten married, I probably wouldn't have been born, or born into another family. And possibly that family wouldn't have been members. And if they hadn't been members, I wouldn't have know about the gospel, and so on. But because you two made the decision to be with each other for time and all eternity, you had the opportunity to have children, one of whom is sitting here in Brazil, teaching people how their families can be eternal, just like my family is. I love you so much, and pray for you every single day. I was excited to receive those pictures from your fun anniversary date, I bet that dancing got your heart racing,  lol !!

This past week, I had my first Zone conference. I didn't have a clue what they were saying, but I do know it was awesome!!  We also had an amazing lunch!!! it was just chicken and beans and rice but it was good. They made a really delicious cake with mousse icing, I'm not even sure how to describe it, but wow.... I think the highlight of this zone conference was they told us who the new Mission president  and wife are, that are coming in July. They are Brazilian, but lived in the US for a few years. They have 3 children, I think 2 are married, the youngest is 14. They said they are excited to serve, but also nervous. Either way it will be great. I don't know their names. I can't wait to meet them. Sister Rodriguez sent you pictures of the Baptism of Manuel. Please post them if you can.  

Something neat about here in Brazil, is that everybody loves to fly kites, its crazy. They have REALLY long strings and their kites go really high. Lets just say they know how to fly their kites better than Charlie Brown, lol.

Yesterday as I was sitting in church, I'm still in shock its only two hours long. I was thinking about my life after my mission, and was thinking that maybe when I get home, I want to be a pediatric nurse. who knows? It will probably change, or maybe not. I have a little over 15 months before I have to decide on my career after my mission.

Did you get to read those scriptures I sent last week, the one in Ruth and the other in Ether? What did you think?  A possible mission scripture for my plaque is Exd 4:10-12. I'm still undecided. Please hold off making it until I decide. 

Thank mom and  you for putting money in my account, it should be sufficient for now, because our USA dollars are worth more here, approximately 3:1 

I can't think of anything else except that you looked very handsome and happy in your anniversary pictures.  I Love you soooooo much. Thank you for everything you have done and  continue to do for me, you are the best  dad in the whole wide world. Sorry about my spelling, 

Love your favorite daughter that lives in brazil ;)

Sister Pierce

Bom Dia Mom!!! 

Feliz aniversario!

Its kind of cool, we share the same anniversary lol. I didn't forget about your anniversary. I really wish I could send pictures with this computer. I will keep trying and send photos once I do. 

It sounds like you spent your anniversary well! I loved the pictures dad sent. You looked beautiful in them, and I liked his shirt. voce tambem ( you also) picked a good place to eat. 

That's exciting on your new calling in primary. The children are the future of our church, and it is our responsibility to teach them the ways of truth and righteousness. ( See also the Family, a proclamation to the world.) 

I live in Eldorado, The state is Ribeirao Preto. I live in like a house, with another set of sisters. Sister Santos- Brazilian and Sister Moto-Mexican. Sister Santos is 29 and a psychologist, and Sister Moto is 22 and is a nurse. Sister Rodriguez is 22 and has a degree in advertising. I like to wear my Chaco's a lot (we are allowed to wear sandals. Its awesome! I also wish I packed my other pairs I bought, but gives me something to look forward to when I get home. 

Last Pday I watched a funny movie, Its called suits on the loose. you should look it up this week, Its funny! and the other one, its more of a sad movie its called Charly.  I Love you soooooooooo much, and I do miss you, but just a little bit ;)

Have a great week!!!! 

Keep reading your scriptures and saying your prayers

Com Amor, 

Sister Emma Pierce