Busy Times For Shark Bait/ Prayers Heard/ Disciples 4 Ever/ Shark Bait Attempts French

Dearest Family And Friends, How Great it is to once again take this opportunity to email you. Before I go further, I must explain that times have never been busier. Helping Président Duquette is definitely what the Lord needs of both Elder Hable and I right now, but it is time consuming and honestly exhausting. We are happy to do it but I won't lie to you, it's kind of hard! Like my Dad taught me though, I can do hard things! :) This transition Assistant stuff has built up a little stress and has made me a little nervous. President Granger taught me how to deal with stress. Boy do I love The Grangers. They sure are missed! A Missionary, who is definitely one of my role models, gave me some council. I quote, " Busy is good! Nerves are good, they mean something great is about to happen! The Lord does see more than we do." Aren't I so blessed? So many are helping me!

This transition stuff has made it hard to email this week. And will make next week hard too. I will do my best to get this one out to you, but I am more than certain this is all I will have time for. So, if you don't get an email from me, I want you to know, I still love you all. I am very busy! Happy to be busy, but it does take its tole. You know you are working hard and enjoying life when you're exhausted! I am sure after next week I will be able to get out more emails. Don't forget I love you!

How do I even begin to explain all the incredible things, which have occurred through this extremely important, busy, yet amazing week? As my Mom always says, "Hold on to your socks!" Here we go!

Tuesday was Président's First, "Meet The Missionaries Experience" in the island of Efate. Elder Hable and I made sure everything went as perfect as we could. Boy, just that one was hard work! We managed to make things run smooth and be able to listen to what Président Duquette shared. The spirit in that chapel was unreal. It taught me a great deal, and testified to my soul again the truthfulness of this Gospel that we teach. As well as the fact that Président Duquette is who The Lord has called. Because he is from Canada I thought it was hilarious he shared a story which involved a moose. He said while in Canada he saw a sign about a railroad which made the following statement something like this: "It's Not the Railroads Fault if Attacking Mosse slows down the trains." Basically, Most think they are all that in a bag of chips and charge trains. Known for there large size but I am not sure how large there brain really is. Président Duquette related this to our own lives. Do we not listen to our companions/warnings of the spirit (for those of you who are not serving a mission... Holy Ghost/Tabu Spirit counts as your companion) and charge for the train. We ahould be humble and have a soft heart as President Granger always taught me!

Wednesday we flew to New Caledonia with the Duquettes and the Area 70 Elder Jorgensen who reminds me a lot of Uncle Brian. I enjoyed making jokes with him and talking about missionary experiences. I now know why past preisthood leaders always talk about their missions. They are pretty cool:) Anyway, the entire "Meet The Missionaries" in New Caledonia was in French. I didn't understand mostly everything. For those that know me well you know I am a stubborn dude... I mean Elder. Just because I didn't know how to do most things did not stop me from singing hymns in French, taking notes, and attempting to participate. During all of "The Meet The Missionaries" the Duquettes would have everyone stand up and introduce themselves, explain what our native language is, and when we were baptized. Everyone of course was explaining this in French and then it came to my turn. It explains their face when I stood up and managed to get out (in my broken French), "Je m'appelle Elder LaMont. Je parle anglais. Je me suis fait baptisé à láge de huit ons." Thank goodness Elder Hable helps me a lot! Everyone started clapping and cheering me on for probably the worst French spoken that day. Then Sister Duquette gave me a "bones." After the traning Sister Duquette came up to me and said she was impressed of my efforts to participate and learn French. It sure meant a lot to me. I do have a pretty legit study plan in morning and a cool companion who answers many many questions. Poor kid! Not sure I will ever speak French fluently (I would guess not) but I have come a long way. Don't give up if something is hard. You can do hard things!! :) I learned that in dance and from my Dad.

MIRACLES do happen!!! We saw Sam! My prayers are answered! If you prayed for Sam too thank you. Thought you should know your prayers were answered as well! Thank you for any prayers my way. I feel their power and support. Love you all! About the only day we were not in a plane or in the Office was Sunday. We were just walking around our area exhausted and then Sam literally ran out of nowhere and said he felt super sorry he couldn't see us for about two weeks now. He just said he had been really busy. Then with a smile he excitedly set another appointment with us. Then he headed towards the Kava Bar...Slap in the face... We have a lot of hard work to do but we are making progress and The Lord answered our prayers. The Lord truly does hear your prayers. I testify with every part of my might, mind, and soul this is true. We have been able to work with some return missionaries on the only day we had to work in area. It was amazing! Always include members in missionary work. It saddens me when I think of how much I could have done back at home. Don't be afraid to share the Gospel! Do all you can my dear family and friends.

Dad!!! Thank you for updates!! You are so cool! Love all of my family! So great to hear of your success. Tausha is expecting a baby??? What?? Congratulations!! On P-Day we stopped at one of our favorite restaurants and they were playing Belgium vs. Brazil....to say the least we ate slow... Literally watched De Brunye score (I jumped up...hehe I am a fan) To justify, we found a man from Uganda we contacted the other day with his cute little boy. He is reading the Book of Mormon we gave him and we will give him as a referral to the sisters because he is in their area. In my opinion, I felt it was The Lord slightly saying, "Yeah it was okay you ate slow to watch some soccer." LOL! :)

Hey! One more time know I love you all. I appreciate all you are doing for the Lord and me. Keep being awesome People!!!

Signing out!

Love,

Elder LaMont/Shark Bait/ Belgium and France's Biggest Fan/ The White Soccer Loving Boy From Logan/ Your Alekken Ty

P.S. Dad who you got in Final? Wanting France or Belgium? It is my two favorite s from beginning. Can't decide who to cheer for. Because everyone likes France feing more like Belgium!!! Go Red Devils! If France beat them I will be fine too! Life is good!