I Love Thailand.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING at home, and HAPPY ROYKATONG in Thailand! This week has been the RoyKaton festival here in Thailand...which means lots of fireworks, floating lanterns, and TONS of people. People come from all over Thailand, as well as over the world. It's fun...but at the same time, I like it when Chiang Mai is a little quieter. But that's ok! We've seen some amazing things here, and the culture never ceases to amaze me. I've attached a couple pictures of the statues they ahve around, it kind of reminds me of christmas lights. And today...? We rode an elephant! Yes, it was fun. Well, the first few minutes were fun, then after that...haha! It's pretty bumpy, and kind of scary. You're up super high, and they aren't the most graceful of walkers. But it was a blast! I figure we had to do it at least once while we were here. :) And there's another picture of a bunch of the lanterns in the sky....the pictures do NOT do it justice. It is the most beautful thing in the whole world! It reminds me of something off of Harry Potter, with all these paper floating lanterns littering the sky. I loved it! This is the coolest holiday in the world. We're going to teh church tonight to light off a couple of lanterns with the members. Fun!

As cool as the culture is here in Thailand...we've seen some other amazing things as far as our investigators. Ying has had a date for awhile, but everytime we bring up the subject of baptism, she asks us for time. "I just need time, please give me time...I'm trying to learn for myself..." So we've backed off the issue for a while. UNTIL the other day, we went to her house after she called us in tears about something that happened in her family. After we talked for awhile, and she calmed down, she said, "I've been thinking. I think that the sooner I am baptized, the better. I love Chistmas time, and it symbolizes the birth of the Savior...I think I want to start a new life in December, around Christmas time. Can I get baptized then?" Uh.....SURE! She has a date for baptism on the 12th of December, and will recieve the Holy Ghost the Sunday after, right before Chistmas. We are so excited. She's stellar.

And Thum and her daughter are preparing for the 12th as well! They have had a little bit of a journey getting to this point, but we feel they are ready, and she feels ready. I have a picture attached with me and the two of them on a song tao. I am so excited for them, as well! :) The 12th of December will be a great day, no matter where I am...

Yes. Transfers are this week. I'm not sure what's going to happen, and honestly--I am not too stressed about it! I am 50/50, I would love to stay and work with these people I know so well, but I would love to welcome a new opportunity of learning and growth. The Elders will call us tomorrow (Tues) with the news--I will keep you informed next week!

It sounds like all is going well at home this week, everyone is getting ready for Thanksgiving and festivities. I hope it's a blast! Know that I will be thinking of each and every single one of you during the Thanksgiving season...Thanksgiving Day we will be in Bangkok for transfer meeting. We're going down regardless if I move or not, because Sister Harris needs to renew her visa. So know that I will be thinking of you on a bus, Thursday morning (your time), and wishing you all the happiness in the world. I love you all so much. I must say that this year, I am the most grateful for my family and my knowledge of the gospel. I know that the gospel is where true happiness lies. I know that I am the happiest in my life when I abide by the precepts taught in the Book of Mormon, and most of all, when I share those lessons I learn with others. I know that everyone on earth is a Child of God, and I feel that love for these people every single day! Please don't get me wrong--this mission is far from a walk in the park, roses and laughter all the time. It is tough. But it is also the most rewarding experience I have ever had. I wish I could share every little detail with you...but that will have to wait until next year Thanksgiving time, when I SEE ALL OF YOU! It is not that far, family! Near future. :)
I love you so much! Thank you for being so supportive and loving, as always....you are the best family I could ever ask for. Until next week--keep on keepin' on! I LOVE YOU! Eat extra mashed potatoes and stuffing for me! Oh--and turkey. That stuff is unheard of 'round these parts... :)

All My Love,

Sister Nay

P.S. "Pray for spiritual sensitivity to recognize opportunities." --PMG