Wow what a week! Just want to let everyone know that even with the virus, we are doing fine. We can still go out and teach. though we've been encouraged to stop street contacting. I don't think there have been any reported cases of the virus in Uruguay, but everyone is a little on edge and rumors are going around like crazy, which is kind of annoying because it's the only news I get. Just in case, we put together 3 weeks worth of food and are doing our best to limit gathering and contact in general.
On a more upbeat note, I decided to try my hand at cooking this week. Twice. And they both failed. The first time I decided to whip up some brownies for a family home evening. I found a recipe and bought the ingredients but thanks to all my shopping being in Portuguese I accidentally bought chocolate milk powder instead of cocoa powder. I realized the mistake too late and the brownies came out burnt and super sweet. Then I attempted to redeem myself by making some brigadeiro (a chocolate Brazilian dessert) using a packet I found at the store. Instead of coming out cake-like, it came out like a pudding and looked like a brown blob. Still tasted good. I'll attach pictures.
Yesterday we had the opportunity to go out with a member of the ward to administer the sacrament to a couple of houses without priesthood holders. It was a really special experience to bless and share the sacrament with so many people and share a brief message with them. Even with everything that's going on, with each meeting we felt a spirit of peace and comfort. It helped strengthen my testimony that the Lord continues to watch after his church and his people.
I love being a missionary and I love the gospel. Love you all,
Elder Watts
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| Attempting to make brownies |
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| Attempt at brigadeiro |
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