Video chat 11/18

With the time change it was difficult to coordinate when to visit. On this day, I was the only one who got to chat with Elder Larchar. Madrid is 6 hours ahead of us. Caleb caught me after my morning at the nursery school, and I went to stand outside of the Earlville Library (which was closed) to use WiFi. The library director was working and invited me in from the cold. (Thank you, Shari)

Caleb is enjoying Spain and his independence in a new country. He carried lots of groceries through many metro stops and a few blocks of walking (his arm strength workout for the day). He says it’s amazing how there are always things happening outside their apartment, and that it’s the smallest flat ever! Madrid reminds him a lot of Paris. 

He was complimented by trainers for his Spanish, and that was a boost for him. He finds it easier to understand Madrid citizens than church members. At church there is a variety of “Spanish” backgrounds, and in the city the language seems slower and more relaxed. His comprehension is greater than his vocalization, though, and he looks forward to being able to formulate sentences beyond the one sentence structure he has learned.

He’s cold, and needs to get shopping for a parka, hat and gloves. He’s confident as ever and loving what lies before him. Way to go, Elder! Keep up the good work!

Jenni