Howdy!  Thanks for the package!  I got it yesterday.   It was good to see some new pictures from the fam and see how grown up all the kids are.  I was amazed by how big all of them look. Also the Bubba Gump chocolate was delicious.  Being here by the gulf there are a lot of fishers and Shrimpers and all the joy that comes along with it.  One of my favorite things is talking to people out by Clear Lake or by the gulf and it usually starts off with me telling them how we are fishers of men.  I love getting to know random people and helping them recognize how the restored gospel can bless their lives.

Anyways, this past week we were able to find even more new investigators and seemingly some pretty legit ones.  We were able to give a few priesthood blessings too --  one to a sister in the district, another to a member in our area who injured himself while working, and another to Bro. Arnett (with whom we live).  I have seen the Spirit guide us even as we pay attention and follow through on the smallest promptings.

Also, not sure if I ever told ya, but back in Galveston my bike rim got bent by another missionary who tried to do a 180; so I've been riding some giant loaner bike from the mission.  But last week I finally got a new rim; so I'm finally back on my normal-sized bike.

Anyways, the work’s going great; I love being a missionary.  Hope all goes well for y'all this week, peace and blessings!

Elder Cooley