From: Jennifer Juker <jennifer.juker@myldsmail.net>
Date: Mon, Apr 2, 2012 at 9:03 AM
Subject: Signs of Spring
To: john juker <tugcaptn@hotmail.com>, Nancy Juker <njuker@gmail.com>

Nära och Kära,

This week was interesting just like every other week here in Jönköping. We meet the most unique people everyday as missionaries. But the sun is shining today, so its a good day. As we were out shopping I smiled at those passing by and said hello. They all smiled back! It was great! I had a freak out for a second that I left my nametag at home, I checked the spot its usually at, found the tag securely in place. They are openning up! Its super good!

This week went by differently then most. It seemed to flash by super quickly! Last Monday we did what we do every monday. Wrote letters, shopped for food, cleaned the apartment. We then had FHE with the YSA. We had two less active members come! They were there for the spiritual part and the fun part. They played Kubb outside. Its a great game. We were able to talk with them and get them involved with everybody.

On tuesday we enrolled one of our YSAs, Ann-Sophie to help us with our language before lunch. Its a lot easier with someone who actually speaks the language and can explain why. She helped us a lot and we were able to brighten her day as we listened to some of her mission stories and shared a great message about the forgetmenots from Uchtdorf. The spirit was strong. We ate lunch and headed out to find a referal. The bus was packed, we couldn't talk to people packed. It was hot and gross. We almost missed our stop but quickly made our way off. Headed the wrong direction but had the sense to grab a map. We headed out. Contacted a family in their house to see if they knew who we were looking for. They were willing to help us with the question but didn't want anymore of it. So we found it, he wasn't home and didn't answer his phone. We talked to people around the area and no one was interested. It was a little ways out of town so we contacted as we walked. It's something that Syster Pool and I are really working on. It takes a lot of courage and faith but we are working on it. We talked to lots of people. Then went out to Råslätt an area of town where lots of students live. We went out in hopes of finding those prepared. We were able to stop by Julia's apartment. One of our less actives. She invited us up and was happy to see us. She is super nice. Had gone on exchange to Canada so Syster Pool and her were able to talk about things. We then were able to meet with Wilson and get him interested in going to conference. It was great! He wants the Liahona so he doesn't have to spend so much time on the computer. He has grown so much since I've been here it's so great to see how Heavenly Father can help! We went looking for some less actives we are trying to get contact. They were not there either.

Wednesday we had a meeting with Jamie and he is taking a break from meeting with us to focus on his family and getting things organized for them! We ate lunch with Bishop's wife! Its great having to get an English word from a swedish person to help clarify in English what I'm trying to say. It's crazy how much Heavenly Father has helped me in speaking the language when I need to. He really does pour out the blessings and the words if you just open your mouth and have faith. We then met with Abrahim, he read a little but directed our attention to the muslims and people of other religions. We left after an awkward conversation and told him to call us if he read and had questions. We met with Niklas and got great ideas to help our investigators. Made some calls and got some appointments.

Thursday we made the trip to Börås this time for our district meeting. Its a painful travel. Two hours by bus one way. We were able to enjoy our time there though. The district leaders (Äldste Brunn and Nelson) attended and had great ideas as well. The travel and district meeting took up most of the day so we were able to have the YSA dinner at the church and talk with them. We then taught Johannes about following the prophets and studying the scriptures. He also has shown lots of improvement. It makes me so happy to see less active members start to make better decisions. He is working on becoming fully active and that's his goal to be! We talked about it and we are making plans to get him there. Also Marie when the time comes!

Friday we met with Pauline again. She asked to meet at the Högskolan, I figured it was the place that I knew where was. On the way there it was revealed that that wasn't the place. We tried to call and she didn't answer. We said a quick prayer and Found a map on campus luckily it had pictures and we could find it. She is busy and sometimes feels like people are fake. I know how she feels because I felt that way once. It was cool to be able to testify about the reality of their kindness even if we don't feel it right away. The longer you are away the more "It's been a long time" you'll recieve. We then did lunch studys and weekly planning, because we hadn't time on thursday for companion study. We were able to make it up and begin a member program with the Robayo family. They are wonderful and are excited to learn more about Preach My Gospel and work with us in talking with their friends about the gospel. We met at the church for a YSA activity of Bränboll but felt better about finishing our planning.

Saturday, we were blessed with the experience of visiting a member of our ward who is in charge of our dinner lists. We had to take a trip out there but it was well worth it. She knew it was conference but couldn't figure it out on her computer so Äldste Rasmussen helped her out. She is a dear lady and is very diligent in her calling but has a tough time getting to church. We then attending General Conference with our ward! Annalisa asked us to move a couch for her so she would be more comfortable. She assured us she would share. It was cute! She helps us with our swedish as well.

Sunday was great with studies lunch and conference! It was a great conference. I'm excited to get it out in writing when its time. We were able to get Sabrina and Julia to sessions of conference. Johannes, Li and Wilson all came to priesthood as well. It makes me happy to see people out at conference dressed up with pens and paper ready for inspiration! Its such a blessing to have them all here.

Challenge time! (steven loves it! =)) Look up conference! It was great! Im still looking forward to having time to watch Sunday evening session. Find one you like and tell me why =) I need some upliftment here =)

Love you all Have a great week

Love

Syster Juker