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The Week of Normal - 11/18/13

So Normal generally means really good for me. Things have been level overall. My companion was a little sick this week but we still managed to have a productive week and make things happen. :) Our super investigator is still SUPER(!!!), and progressing really well. She really has a desire to follow Jesus Christ, she understands the doctrine and is developing an awesome testimony. This is what missionaries live for!
 
There are lots of great things going on here in the Melbourne Mission. The weather is heating up, there are a lot of exciting developments, and the mission is working to reach our end of the year goal of each companionship baptising one in the last quarter as a personal Christmas gift to the Savior. With faith and action, we will acheive it.
 
Best of luck to you all!
 
I love you!
 
-Elder Ryan

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