Guys,guys,guys. It's challenging guys!

The title is an on going joke we have with our fellowshippers.  One day an investigator said this to the missionaries which were here previously. Phrase has stuck.  The funny part is that you actually can find a bible next to almost every Tv here.  Except in members homes it is usually a Book of Mormon, or both.

Story Number One:  Should we move him?

Whilst traveling home one night Elder S. and Elder Tucker came to a traffic jam at a three way intersection. We were wondering what was going on and found that a drunk Tata(old man) who was sitting down in the middle of the intersection.  Elder Tucker asked, "Do you think anyone will move him or are we going to do it?"  We ended up moving this man.  I have seen some drunk people but most could at least walk.  Not this man.  Elder S. was holding onto his shirt to keep him up whilst Elder tucker was trying to figure out where this man lived. Luckily a group of young men came and helped him get to safety. There is charity in South Africia!

Story Number Two: Former Investigators

On Tuesday Elder S. and Elder Tucker had a quiet morning, so they decided to find some of the investigators they thought might be interested in hearing again.  We contacted them and it was great! We found two that committed to baptism!  Very awesome stuff!

In conclusion. Make your life less challenging and put a Bible next to your Tv.  Elder Tucker

DUDE !! WE HAVE A JUICING DOODAD !!

Good Morning!  This week in the Adventures of Elder Tucker, Elder W. got transferred.  Still being semi-new to the area and things I looked in cupboards I never looked in before! I found our pots and pans finally! Also a Juicer doodad. Elder S. and I made some fresh orange juice this morning!  It was awesome.  Now for the stories.

Story Number One: RACIST!!!!

This week we have been focusing a lot on referrals because we were told not to open find.  We were teaching one of Mzo's neighbors, who was a referral from another member.  We taught the lesson of the restoration.  Wonderful lesson, some really good questions from her.  We answered them and then said,  "If you have any more questions you can always just ask these guys" (gesturing to the fellowshippers, who were her neighbors). She told us "no I want you guys to answer my questions".  Both Elder S. and myself are Malungus.  We looked at M. and he was was just waiting for the opportunity.  M. told her she was racist and what not-very lovely.

Story Number Two:  Oh and by the way Elder you're giving a talk

This week we got the opportunity to have the first counselor in our branch presidency come fellowship with us. When we finished the lesson and were dropping him off this is what he told me. My talk was supposed to be ten minutes on anything I wanted.  I wish he would have just given me a topic.  Luckily The Lord inspires people if you ask.  So I gave, in my personal opinion, an incredible talk on Charity.  If you really want to find a way to improve yourself study up on charity.  I definitely found alot about charity that will help me in my life.

Have a lovely week. Elder Tucker

One last picture of Jeron's car and companion!

Pictures!

PrettyThug!!

HELLO!  It's so good to be here with all of you.  I hope you have all had a wonderful week.  Congrats to all of those that have now graduated high school and/or finished another year of schooling.  To explain the subject is this is what I am called by our fellow shippers.  Reason,  I got a new hat.  It is the style of the tootsies (thugs)  but it was just an absolutely awesome hat.  Yes there are pictures, so admire the hat.

Story number 1: Knysna Fires

So part of our zone is in Knysna, which is about a three hour drive from where we live.  The missionaries from Knysa came to stay with us for zone conference and then we heard all about the fires. They were on the phone for a long time.  Crazy stuff, the missionaries are safe. On another note we got to play a three on three game of ultimate frisbee when they were here.  That was fun.

Story Number 2:  One Last Interview

This was President Merrills last time giving a zone conference and doing interviews.  Which was kind of strange but awesome! We had a wonderful interview which was very relaxing. Then he gave me just a super awesome blessing! I know that this story is more personal than most,  the point I am trying to get across is listen to your leaders.  They love you and have been put in your path for a reason.  Listen to them and learn from them.

In other news,  Elder W. is leaving Motherwell and going to Mdathsane and my new companion is coming from Kwanobuhle.  It's really funny because I knew him before mission.  

Also pictures. MY NEW HAT (yes its reversible).  I know, I know you all wish you could have one.  Xolo.  Then there is my last companions Elder F. and Elder L.  And Elder W. with our freshly cleaned car.  Doesn't she look pretty?  We found Root Beer.  We were pretty excited! There is a picture of our tent church, and a part of our area.​

Snake Bite!

This week has been an absolute blast in terms of fun, in terms of teaching challenging,  We were averaging probably three lessons a day; which sucks because we usually have about eight or nine scheduled appointments.  

On a happier note, the Motherwell Elders have a new pet.  His name is Samuel (Elder W. named him)  and he is a RUBBER (as in not real) snake. We hold it out the window as we drive and scare people.  Also one of our fellow shippers His name is M.  He is crazy will randomly whip you with him whilst yelling "SNAKE BITE!".

Story #1:  "You want to kiss my malungus! They are my malungus, you have to kiss me first!" - Mz.

When we were scaring people with the snake.  A lady shouted this at Mz.  This was his response.  and it killed me,  I could not stop laughing.  I had to pull over the car so I could stop laughing before something bad happened.  We have a good time in Motherwell.

Story #2: Inspired Questions.

We had a training on this from one of our esteemed AP's, Elder G.  This week with the shortage of lessons I have been trying to implement-(start a conversation) a lot.  So yesterday we were greeting this lady and she just seemed like she didn't want us to be there and really didn't want to make time for the gospel.  So I was silent for a little bit and asked an inspired question.  This lady opened up straight away and we found out about a few deaths in the family and because it was this time of year that they happened it was very hard for her.  She said that no one could understand her.  Right then and there we opened up to Alma 7:11-12 and shared about the atonement and the plan of salvation.  It was absolutely incredible how those questions really bring someone to open up their heart to Christ!

That's the stories I have for you today.  I hope you all have a wonderful week.

Elder Tucker