October 15, 2016

Okay so don't freak out, but p day has temporarily moved to Saturday
to accommodate an apostle coming. Elder cook will be speaking to us on
Monday so p day is today! And transfers were yesterday. 😢

Both sister mwoyosvi and I have been moved to Wales. We cried.
Miracles happened last week (literally  miracles. Three referrals in
the space of 24 hours!!- also Alex our new investigator) and we did
not want to leave them in the hands of the sister training leaders who
are moving into Stamford. (Missions are crazy) Stamford will always
keep a piece of my heart. ❤️❤️ maybe I'll come back in 50 years. 😊 or
before that.

Yup. So now I'm in Caerphilly. With sister Carson. She's been out as
long as sister mwoyosvi has been. It'll be a fun transfer. Actually
what I keep thinking about is one conversation we had once about
wells, (in Nevada those those that don't know) and Wales the country.
Never thought I would end up here. I had almost given up on ordering a
Welsh name tag. 😉 also I keep thinking about how much I want so Wales
(like the goldfish crackers..)
Sorry for the short email, its a Saturday.
Love ya lots!!
Sister Wadsworth 😊

Pics:
1) sister Carson
2) last time getting McDonald's with my girl in our car 🚗
3) met this guy at transfers... 

October 10, 2016

Greetings all!! 😊

How should I describe this last week to you? It's definitely been an
interesting one.
Maybe I'll start off with Tuesday, still bussing, we decided to go and
see Emma, our recent convert's mom. Because Emma is 9, so she was in
school.... but our visit was good, though the busses are slow in this
particular area.. and afterwards we took the same bus 🚌 to uppingham.
We were going to get a lift home from the members who lived there but
they couldn't do that until about 7, so we did lots of finding in that
area...

Wednesday , the Peterborough sisters took us (and the car) to Notts
for my test--- and I PASSED!!! What a relief it has been to be driving
again (did you know that England has one of the hardest driving tests
to pass in the world??!)

Thursday, a zone conference to be trained on the poppy appeal

And Friday was a funeral for a member of Stamford who had passed away.
But-- also a miracle happened, so Alex always walked by the church on
his way home, and one day he saw the door open and went inside where
he met the relief society president and this member who died's
husband, who told him a bit about the church gave him a Book of Mormon
and invited him to come celebrate the life of dee. Which he did, and
then Noel, dee's husband introduced him to US, and it was sososososo
cool. I can't wait to see where this miracle goes. 😊😊 please pray
for this guy!!

Saturday, my cold finally got the best of me... and Sunday was a good
"fast & sacrament meeting" as president Edwards called it... haha.
Other news to look forward to is that transfers are changed to
Friday.. because Elder cook is coming!! My girl is going to be a fully
trained missionary by Friday. I wish I could tell you if I was going
or not, but we won't know until Wednesday.
Love you 😘 lots❤️❤️
Cheers from sister Wadsworth 😉

That stinks. I really just miss the temple. 
If it makes you feel better for exercise this morning we cleaned our fridge. Haha. It was gross!! 
Hmm.. do you think you could also start trying to find me a job?? Money isn't important but it sure makes things easier.. and so do cars. But you also need money for that.. 😊

Love you!! 

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On 10 Oct 2016, at 07:07, kelly wadsworth <mkwads@yahoo.com> wrote:

Dear Rachel, Cami, Chelsey, and Ally,
Another week.  It took a few days to recover from last weekend, but I finally feel normal again.  Monday was pretty rough becuase I just wanted to sleep, and the littles wouldn't let me.  but we powered through and here we are.
I think I had a different combination of kids everyday last week.  Reiko was the only one that was here everyday on his usual schedule.  On Thursday, we had an "adventure day".  I took Ryder, Canon, and Reiko up to Echo and we walked halfway across the dam and then climbed down to the water and threw rocks.  They loved it!  They would try to get some big rocks, then make me throw them in, or try to do it themselves, and the rocks would just sort of slowly roll into the water with hardly a splash.  Then we went to the bridge and ran across it and threw some more rocks.  They loved that we had "two adbentures".  then after preschool, we went to Grandma's and played with her outside toys.  They were happy boys!
Natty taught FHE this week.  We have started to go through the Nursery manual for lessons.  We learned that Heavenly Father has a plan for us.  Benson has this week.  He has been pretty good about joining us.  He even participates and encourages us to get it started, so it can get over with, so he can do his homework.  
Not much else happened during the week.  Jacques had a football game on Friday in Laughlin.  They won 48-0.  I tried to listen to it on the computer, but the computer kept cutting out, so I finally gave up.  I headed down to Panaca to pick Jacques up at 1:30 or so, but the didn't get there til about 3.  I was worried I'd fall asleep and not wake up in time, so I just went and waited.  
Friday, also, Teri and Natty and I (and Teri's 3 adopted grandkids) went pinenut picking.  We had a lot of fun.  I love being up in the mountains, and to be with my sister and Natty was a lot of fun.  I picked about an ice cream bucket full, but when I got home and washed and "floated" them, I only ended up with about half a bucket.  The ones that float aren't any good.  
Saturday Jacques had his Eagle project.  I'm still not to sure what he did, but I took him in at 8 ish and he told me to just come back at noon with lunch for everyone.  They went out and pulled out some old mining claim markers somewhere near Pioche.  there were 5 boys from Panaca, Camden, John Condie, Joseph Lamb, Paul Graf, Charles Graf (Lauralynn's brothers) and Dann Mathews.  I took in stuff for sandwiches on homemade rolls, chips, soda, and  cookies.  I forgot to throw the little table in the car, so they had to use the tailgate of one of the trucks to fix their food on.  Now Jacques just needs to get all the paperwork done, and he will be an Eagle Scout.  
Benson has decided that he won't do the orphanage project for his Eagle project.  He wants to fix up the shooting range in Pioche.  The push is on.  They will both be 18 soon.
After the project, we came home and Jacques got ready for the Renaissance Festival.  He got to be the priest.  He asked me to make him a hat thingy to go with his costume, but I put it off until the very last minute.  We stopped at the store and bought poster board and glue, then went to the auditorium to but it together.  It turned out pretty well, if I do say so myself.  I should have taken a picture.
I didn't stay for the dinner.  After being up til 3 the night before, I was really dragging.  So I came home and called it a day.  Benson, Natty, and I just chilled.  We watched The Black Cauldron.  It was the Halloweeniest movie we could come up with.  I didn't even wait up for Jacques, but told Natty to turn the lights off when he got home. 
I almost forgot to tell you that I saw Craig.  He is working at the store in Panaca.  We had a nice chat (he actually came and talked to me!) twice.  We did miss his homecoming talk.  He snuck it in before anyone knew he was home.  Sneaky.
That's about it.  The house is still a mess, because we are always too tired at the end of the day to clean, and weekends have been crazy.  Mostly we just clean the top layer and call it good.  It is starting to bug me, though, so I am going to have to take care of it soon.
So, all of you need to write and tell me what is going on in your lives.  
Rachel, tell Sister Myoviojlsjfie? that I loved her letter, I wrote back to her finally, but I couldn't find the right words to say.  
Also, you mentioned wanting to go to the temple even before coming home, but I asked for you to fly in to Cedar so you could see the temple there, and it won't be open by then.  sorry.
I love you all.  I pray for you every day.  It is so weird that sometimes when I am praying for you I ask for things for yo that I wouldn't normally say.  I know that Heavenly Father is aware of your needs, and somehow, I know what to ask for.  It doesn't happen a lot, but enough that I have really noticed it.
good night. or good morning. or afternoon.  
Love you!!!
Mom

hpaich on 

October 3, 2016

Hello everyone!!
It's been another week, and again not the greatest of weeks. But there
have been highlights.
Actually just one. We finally caught the bus to get to Bourne (it took
a few tries...) and were able to spend the day working there. 😄😄😄
Another blessing is seeing the members concern for us. We ran into one
the other day in Stamford and we felt so bad because it is just so
hard to visit her!! Life would be easier with a car, but then what
would I be learning this transfer? And to be honest, it has taught me
so SO much.
And something else also has this week: conference!! Always what I need
to hear, a rebuke here and there. All good things. Spirit has been
felt and notes have been taken. Though I will never get used to the
times and not being able to watch the last session on Sunday...
Favourite talks include president nelson's on JOY, and elder eyring's talk.
Between sessions we were able to do some service for the poppy appeal.
They employed the Leicester zone to do it between the Saturday
afternoon session (at 1-3) and the Sunday morning session (starting at
5). It was fun. Lots of poppies were involved.
That's really all the exciting stuff to tell you. And that winter is
slowly making its way over. Poor sister mwoyosvi!! Haha Zimbabwe
climate is definitely NOT the English one.
Yup. So I love you all and miss you (although I do still really love
England) hope you have the greatest of weeks.
Much peace and blessings to each of you,
Sister Wadsworth 😊🇺🇸❤️🇬🇧😎
1) the bus....notice how nobody else is using it....
2) I made this sadza with my own two hands (and a wooden spoon and
lots of arm muscle, but NO help from sister mwoyosvi, besides
instructions..)
3) sister mwoyosvi biking on the roads the first time. ( practice for
when she moves to a bike area)

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I was thinking of you when someone compared the gospel to a puzzle.. 😊😄 that's so exciting that peyton is walking!! Craig said that all he was doing for at least a week was sleeping... which reminds me that when I get home the first thing I want to do is go to the temple. Even before I get released. 😊 I miss that place. You can plan whatever else you want but I just want to go to the temple. And for Christmas maybe some new g's would be nice to have. Mine are starting to turn a bit grey...
it sounds like Lincoln is killing it in football 🏈 this year, way to go lynx!! Haha.
Enjoy your nap!! Love you 😘 mom!!

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On 3 Oct 2016, at 06:46, kelly wadsworth <mkwads@yahoo.com> wrote:

Dear girls,
Can you believe that there are 4 of you gone now?  It is so quiet here.  And the ones that are still home all hate to do dishes.
So we had another slow week, and a busy weekend.  Peyton was sick on Monday, and spent the morning here with us.  She is walking now, but is still pretty tippy.  And she wasn't feeling well.  So I brought her in and stood her up, and Reiko and Ryder were alll right next to her, and she tipped right over.  There was a tangle of arms and legs.  She landed right on Reiko and mostly just scared him.  So the rest of the day, whenever she was near him, he would be like "get away from me".  He still doesn't want her near him, even in the car.  It's kind of funny.  So that was the funniest thing that happened this week.
Friday was a little crazy.  Your dad was home, but needed to leave for work around noon.  benson went to work at 7.  Jacques was doing Camden's papers (delivering the Record in Caliente, Pananca, and Pioche) so he needed a driver.  Chelsey had work, and Dad wanted to change the oil in the car before he left.  We did get it all done, and everyone delivered and picked up and dropped off.  Then we got to be home for a couple of hours and go down to the football games.  Natty is still loving pep band.  We played Meadows.  It started out as a close game, but we won 50 something to 30 something.  It wasn't even very cold.  The  next 2 games are away, then it is homecoming and Senior night the next  2 weeks.
After the game, the seniors had Senior Sunrise.  They spent the night at the gym and watched the sunrise from court rock.
We left for Twin Falls the next morning.  We were going to be on the road before 7, but we were are so tired that we didn't even get up until 6:30, and then had to load the car and get ready.  so it was 7:30ish when we got away.  (But that was my evil plan to actually be on the road before 8).  We drove up and got Chelsey situated in her new house.  She is living with a lady who just got divorced and was looking for room mates so she could keep her house.  Chelsey will have to keep us all updated on how it is working out.    While we were there we finally took Cami out for her birthday lunch and got her presents to her.  (Sorry, Cam)  We did a little shopping and then Natty and I headed home.  Natty gave up on me about Wells around 9, so it was a long boring drive home.  We got home at 1:15 am and walked in the house and went straight to bed.
This morning, we didn't even get out of bed until 9, then watched conference in our pajamas.  We had pancakes and waffles during the sessions since we got up so late.  and no one did the dishes.  So that is my goal for tomorrow.  Do dishes.  Fun.
I'm sorry this letter isn't very long or interesting.  I am so tired, even with a long nap, and I have a head ache.  so I am just going to go to bed.  I will try to send some pictures tomorrow.
I love you all.  Work hard, and do good things.
Love,
Mom
PS  I hear that Craig is back, but I haven't seen him.  We will try to go to his homecoming.

Letter from zvafadza.mwoyosv-Rachel's companion

I hope you're okay, I'm sister mwoyosvi from Zimbabwe,obviously you
heard about me , I'm happy to write you and to tell you how much I'm
grateful for being with your wonderful well raised daughter, sister
Wadsworth, she is amazing, she's Calm , she is lovely and hard
working. I enjoyed her company since I joined this mission, and I am
still she has been a good trainer and mother (that is mission language
😀😀) , we are enjoying being in Stamford, and I'm hoping to stay
another transfer with her , I love my mission mam sister Wadsworth,
and I feel comfortable around her , .....thank you very much for
raising her well.....to me you are my grandma,because I am your
child's daughter in fact the first one to be trained by her , I feel
so special for that....love you lots, have a great week....

September 26, 2016

Hello everyone. Much love to all of you. ❤️❤️

So this week does not have the best of news... But I do think there is
a great scripture that sums it up nicely:

Alma 26:
30 And we have suffered all manner of afflictions, and all this, that
perhaps we might be the means of saving some soul; and we supposed
that our joy would be full if perhaps we could be the means of saving
some.
31 Now behold, we can look forth and see the fruits of our labors; and
are they few? I say unto you, Nay, they are many; yea, and we can
witness of their sincerity, because of their love towards their
brethren and also towards us.

Yup. That just about sums it up. So, if you haven't guessed already...
I didn't pass my test. 😢 nope. Although my prayers were still
answered in that I was nowhere near as stressed or nervous as I was
before.
But the miracle actually happened the day after.
We got back from Nottingham late and decided to try to bus (a slow
method of travel in Stamford area) to try to get to Bourne. We never
decided what we were going to do there, but we were going to go.
#faithfindinganyone? (also it was late and we had and a long day)
We sat at the small bus station waiting, talking to a few people whose
buses came and went, so it wasn't a complete waste of time. But our
own bus never showed up. Discouraged, we started walking. Talking to
the people on our way. Our feet (led by the spirit) took us to a
street where we maybe didn't convert thousands of lama it's like Ammon
and his brethren, but we DID find enough friendly people to make our
day a complete miracle.
God is in the details of our lives. He know my struggles (and right
now it seems many...) and He definitely knows each of yours. And, like
I explained to someone that day, we need trials to understand how we
can be happier. Opposition in all things..
Even though we seem to be stuck in a place that has had missionaries
working it since the dawn of time, (we just had a celebration of sorts
for 50 of missionaries being in Stamford. Along with the primary
program- best sacrament meeting of the year) we are working on it. We
can figure things out, and if not, we'll have met the good people we
were supposed to as we are trying to.
Much love, peace and blessings and all that, ❤️❤️🇬🇧✌️

Sister Wadsworth 😊😊❤️

1) cool picture
2) me!! Right now today because I have no other pictures to send you.

Hi mom!! I love you. 

Sounds like natty and Chelsey had a lot of fun at the byu game and stuff. I loved the pictures, natty is growing up so much! 

England is getting colder but we haven't been rained on too much so it's still good. 

Lots of love. ❤️❤️❤️

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On 26 Sep 2016, at 06:47, kelly wadsworth <mkwads@yahoo.com> wrote:

Dear Rachel, Cami, and Ally,

Here we are together, together, together. Oh, here we are together, writing a letter!

sorry.  that was in my head, so I had to share and get it into your heads too!  You're welcome.

So.  It has been another week.  Same ol', same ol'.  Reiko hasn't been feeling well, so it has been a little rougher than normal.  Hopefully this week will be better.  

Monday we finally got the boys social security cards changed to their new names.  As soon as the new cards come, I think we will be able to go get them driving permits.  

Jacques had a football game on Thursday.  I sent pictures.  We won 32-0.  Usually with a score like that, the game is pretty boring, but this one was a really good game.  Jacques had some good blocks, and a blocked punt that they ran back in for a touch down.  

Natty played in the pep band.  she had been looking forward to it all week.  She really seems to like middle school.

Friday morning everyone left.  Even me.  Benson went to work.  Chelsey and Natty went to Provo/Salt Lake for Women's conference.  And Jacques went to Lake Powell with the scouts.  I went pine nut picking with Grandma and Grandpa and Teri.  

There are tons of pine nuts this year.  We picked for about 3 hours and filled 3 ice cream buckets.  I had more fun being out in the mountains with my family.  I am so sore, though, that I moan and groan every time I have to get up or bend over.  (People shouldn't climb trees at my age)  I think we are going again in a week or two.  

Chelsey and Natty had a lot of fun on their trip.  They went to a BYU volleyball game.  Natty said that was her favorite part of the trip.  They got to meet the team and get their autographs.  she bought a little cougar, too.  They did baptisms at the Provo city center temple, too.  It sounded to me like the Beehives on the trip had a crazy good time.  They all went in one car, and all the older girls rode in  another.  they didn't get home til 1:30 in the morning.  we are all a little tired today.

Jacques had fun on his trip.  They tried to make a water slide down the beach, but I guess it didn't work so well.  He made it home about an hour before the girls did.  

Benson and I had a good old time here at home.  When I got home from the mountain, he was on the floor in front of the fireplace with a fire going.  It wasn't that cold, he just decided that he really wanted a fire.  I've always said that he was meant to be an only child.  He is so easy to get along with one on one.  He even helped me with the dishes WITHOUT    arguing!  

This is your dad's week off, but he is staying up in Ely.  He is driving truck for AGL on his days off, trying to get some bills caught up.  He will be home Wednesday, then have to go back to work at the mine on Friday.  

Chelsey is getting ready to go back up to Twin Falls.  She is applying for a sub license in Idaho.  I'm sure she will write and tell you all about it.

I just talked to Ally, and she sounds so much happier this week.  It is so hard to be so far away from anyone that you know.  Good job, Ally!

I'm pretty sure Cami is still alive.  I haven't talked to her this week.  I did see a picture on facebook that looked pretty recent.

So, how are things in England?  did you ever pass your driver's test?  Is it getting cold?  I want to get your Christmas package going, is there anything you need/want?  

How about funny stories, or miracles, or weird food you had to eat?  Do you still get lost on occasion?

Are you teaching anyone?  Tell us all . . . .

Ally, you can email me too . . .

Cami, I know you have a new computer.  Let's hear from you, too.

I love you.  You girls are so strong, I don't need super heroes, I just look at you.  Keep it up.

Love you,

Mom

September 19, 2016 Talk Like a Pirate Day!!

Well, its been a whole year, and honestly, its probably been the best year of my life. :) When I left did I think I was going to learn and grow- yes. did I know how and why- not really. this past year has taught me so much more about Jesus Christ that I could have imagined and I am so grateful for it. :) I'm also grateful for the wonderful people in my life that have led me to be here today. 

this week has been a bit slow though. its one of those moments where you suddenly find yourself with no one to really teach and now no way to get there. (haha. according to sister mwoyosvi, our car is "taking a rest") at least until thursday. yup. so lots of walking this week- i think its a good eye opener for my little greenie who's been so spoiled in this car. :) 

i dont really know what else to say, we didnt even celebrate my year mark. but our theme this week has been to just forget yourself and go to work. it started when I looked at what I was wearing one day and really questioned what I was thinking that morning. :) 

other highlights: south African creme soda is the best because it is bright lime green. always offer service to the people you meet on the street, and the English do not really know how to make pumpkin pie- although the effort was appreciated. 

our thoughts we have been sharing this week have been in alma 62:41. the Mormon message, "your potential your privileges" and an excerpt from elder holland's talk about tomorrows. (if these members ever get together and discuss what we share with them, we are in trouble!) 

I love you all, and wish you the best week! and dont forget to forget yourself! 

love, xx

-Sister Wadsworth :)

pictures- close enough!! (sorry its all your getting this week) 

​

Hi mom. I'm doing good. Sis mwoyosvi and I are having a lot of fun, although I do think I am getting transferred next time. Transfers aren't until the middle of October though so there is still a lot of time left for us to be together. 😊 for right now, I'm just going to train sister m, although if they call me to train I will do it again. But usually it's just one time. 

Winter is coming, but it's taking its time. And my boots will work just fine for one more winter. 

Love you so much and miss you too!! 

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On 19 Sep 2016, at 06:40, kelly wadsworth <mkwads@yahoo.com> wrote:

Dear girls,

So another week goes by.  Did anything happen?  Not really.  But I will tell you about our week.

Monday was just Reiko and me for the morning.  Nice and quiet.  Jacques did the FHE lesson.  It was on faith.

Tuesday was back to normal.  

Wednesday was quiet, too.  Chelsey took the car to Institute, so the kids bummed a ride home from YW/YM with Derek.  (I love Derek).

Thursday.  I had a full house.  Reiko, Ryder, Kacie, and Paislee.  It wasn't too bad.  Just a little on the wild side!  

The boys stayed late in town.  We had popcorn and a movie.  Actually, Natty and Chelsey are watching Avatar.

Friday.  Benson went to work at 7.  Chelsey left for work at 7:30 (she borrowed Grandma's car).  The rest of us just took it easy for a while.  Jacques left for his game  and I had a dr. appointment that afternoon.  (Are you dizzy yet?)  I stopped at the store on the way home to buy food, and then headed home.  Benson got home from work before I even left for Caliente.  They ran out of things to do at work, so they called it a day.  We listened to Jacques game while a movie was on, but eventually it was just me listening.  I was just annoying everyone else with it.  They won 36-0.  Jacques is #71 in the picture.  The game didn't even start til 7 and ended about 9:30, then the drive from Vegas.  It was 1 in the morning when we finally got to bed.  

Saturday is a special day.  It's the day we get ready for Sunday!  We cleaned the bathroom, and swept the floor, we called it our get the work done day.  We even cleaned out the garage so the car will stay warm.  Jacques went to Panaca to help Casey with his Eagle project, Benson was at work.  Your Dad was home, but resting.  We got a lot done before we gave up and got lazy.

Today was a good day.  Shawn and another guy spoke in Sacrament meeting.  She talked about living without regrets.  It was really good.  Primary sang their little hearts out.  We are going to be so ready for the program.  I felt bad, though.  I told Braxton that if he would sing, I would let him do my Praise to the Man box.  He sang a little, but not really, so I chose someone else.  He wasn't very happy with me.  And I felt so bad.  

Dinner was meatballs and gravy with REAL mashed potatoes!  We haven't had real potatoes for so long.  They are really good!  I picked the Sound of Music for my movie today.  I was scrolling through my facebook while Liesel sang about 16 going on 17 when I saw that the actress that played her died today.  It was such a weird coincidence that I picked that movie, and it was during her song.  so weird.

We went to Grandma and Grandpa's after the movie.  Justin and Larissa were there.  Then we came home and got your dad ready for work.  He just now left at 10:25.  

I talked to Cami and Ally today, too.  Cami is really excited that Chelsey is moving back to Twin Falls.  Ally is homesick.  It's rough that she doesn't know anybody up there.  

That's about it for us.  Not much changes here.  I have moved from jam to quilts now.  I have a lot of people that want me to do t-shirt quilts.  Reiko doesn't let me get a lot done during the day, but I will get my ;;; in gear on the weekends.

Rachel, how are you and Sister M???? doing?  you guys look so fun in your pictures.  Like you like each other and are having a lot of fun.  Do you think you will be transfered next time?  Or start training a new sister?  How does being a trainer work?  Do you just train 1, or more?Did you pass the test this time?  Do you get enough to eat?  Do you have enough warm clothes for the winter?  Are your shoes holding out?  

Well, I need to go close the windows because it is getting pretty cool (almost cold).  We have one more day of 80's weather, then nice cool 70's for a while.  YEAH!!!

I love you all.  Hang in there, Ally!! You can do it.  

I pray for you all, and you are always in my thoughts.  Do good things!

Love,

Mom