They Gave Most Of Their Christmas Gifts Away To Families In Need

(The comments and or translations in bold blue italics are made by Lauren's mom)

This week has been amazing, we’ve had the privilege of taking part in several miracles.

Ward~

THANKS SO MUCH MIA MAIDS!!!! It was so fun to get your package! I’m loving reading the quotes they sent.

Dad, Momma, & Fam~

I hear Christmas is super busy. I love you so much and I’m excited to talk to you all on Christmas! I love you SO, SO, SO, SO, SO MUCH!!!

Brenden~

SWEET!!! School’s out! Brenden it's hard to recognize the progress we are making sometimes. My companion has told me many times that I need to acknowledging the good things I do every day and the ways I’ve progressed. Part of that is recognizing the hand of the Lord in your life every day. It's helped a ton, SO has planning! Its been incredible to see the difference in how much more we’re able to accomplish with the Lord on our side. Keep doing good things. Put the Lord first and everything will work out the way its supposed to. Can’t wait to talk to you all on Christmas!

Loves,

Hermana Lars
(We spoke with Lauren on Christmas. It was wonderful to hear her voice. Her and her companion opened their Christmas presents early so that they could provide Christmas for those members and investigators who were in great need. They did keep a few gifts for themselves, but gave the rest away. Lauren teared up as she told us how much joy her and her companion received giving their Christmas gifts away. There was a young family with a child that did not have a Christmas tree that Lauren gave her table top Christmas tree to. We are so happy that Lauren is following the perfect example our Savior Jesus Christ. He has shown us how to love and serve others.)