"I'm Halfway Baby"

Family and Friends,

I have a special announcement: I'M HALFWAY BABY. 1 year-2 areas, I couldn't be more happy. I have no regrets of the past year. I've worked the hardest of my life and I loved every moment. I have mixed emotions that I only have one more year left but I'm focused and I'm about to hit these next 12 months hard. I love being a missionary.

Elder B and I are having a great time. We work well together and I feel the Spirit when he teaches. We're having success in our area and I feel blessed. He's helped me a lot with my Tagalog. 

I'm sorry nothing too crazy happened this week. A lot of prayers have been answered, nothing too special, but there special to me. 

I'll try to send pictures next week.

Sorry for the short email but I love you all! The church is true!

Your Valiant Missionary,

Elder Strader