The baptism went great. But it was only one. Maria Louisa's mom got really sick and she had to leave town to visit her in Champoton (my last area, go figure). She should be getting baptizing this coming saturday if nothing else comes up. I dont think it will since she has waited long enough. But Monsserrat was baptized by her grandpa and it went great. She was suppppper excited about it. That always helps. But when we got home that night, the lady that lives below up that we rent the house from gave us some interesting news. She has been hearing on the news lately about men that live in the state of Chiapas (South-east of Campeche) and Guatemala(thats right Carlos, im about to rag on your hood) that get young women to fall in love with them over the internet by sweet talking them and sending money. After a short period of time they pay to have to travel to wherever they are at and then pretty much kidnapp them and sell them for prostiution and drugs. Well this was somewhat alarming to all of us because Monsserrat has been internet dating a guy she has never actually met for a few months and already has plans to move to Guatemala towards the end of March to get married and live happily ever after. Supposedly, he is working in New York right now, and for that reason cant come to at least meet her first or anything. The whole situation is very sketchy. I would really rather not have a convert kidnapped. We talked to her after her confirmation and explained that she now has the precious gift of the holy ghost, and if she seeks it out, she will find guidance. We also advised her to talk with the bishop, as she was officially out of our hands. Crazy stuff.
Other than that, it was a quiet week. Just working hard and trying to stay out of the sun as much as possible. Its getting hot again! Today we played baseball. First time in a long time... It was kinda interesting, seeing as they young men we played with didnt have any idea how to do anything, but it all worked out and was fun.
I attached pics from Monsse's baptism as well as the baptism from last week.
Well i hope everyone has a great week and is loving life. Peace
Love,
Elder Kitterman
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