New Ball Game

I have finally left the Missionary Training Center, (aka Centro de Capacitacion Misional) in Lima after 6 weeks. Also, because I'm out in the field, us missionaries get 1 hour to email and write home instead of 30 minutes. Another cool fact is that the internet cafe doesn't have the restrictions on the computers like the CCM did, so I can now update the blogs myself instead of burdening my parents with the responsibility, and possibly upload photos.

I had sent an entry to my parents about my experiences in the CCM for everyone to read, but they haven't received it yet. I have asked them to post it when they receive it, but right now I'll update everyone on what my situation is right now.

I had left the CCM on Wednesday, August 19, and arrived at the Lima South Mission Office to meet with my mission president for the 3rd time. There were a total of twelve of us Elders going to the Lima South Mission. During our orientation in the office, we had interviews with the president and discovered our first areas, and what to expect when on the mission. After the quick orientation we walked to his apartment and had some spaghetti and vegetables which was amazing for all of us missionaries becuase we've been eating chicken and rice almost every day at the CCM. After our meal we got to meet our companions, and soon after a quick talk about the mission we headed back to the office to get our luggage. I did not enjoy carrying my 3 bags of luggage at all.

When we all collected our stuff, we all separated and left the Mission Office to go our separate ways. My first area is a place called Mala, Peru. The journey on bus took about 2 hours because of traffic, so my companion, Elder Juarez, and I arrived at night. It turns out us Elders sleep inside of one of the member's home, whose name is Rosa, in separate bedrooms. Her house is also the chapel for all of Mala. I wish I could describe more details at this moment, but my hour is about to run out. Next week I will talk more about my first impressions in Mala. Google up Mala to see what it looks like. Take care!

Emiliano