Church!

So, amongst all of the temples and chaos in Delhi, there are 2 havens also known as meetinghouses :) After the polio vaccinations, I was actually able to go to one! Granted, my whole keeping the sabbath holy has not been exactly optional because of the schedule, but I still feel like I am supposed to be here. So, my driver (yes, I have a driver) found the church with little direction - it was awesome. I can't explain how comforting I felt to see the elders and talk with them. I immediately felt better after a blessing (they really couldn't understand me well because my voice was mostly gone) and was able to attend Relief Society. The branch was quite small - there were about 8 young women and maybe 7 adult women (we all met in the same room for opening exercises). Our lesson was on repentance and it was great - we had good discussion amongst the intimate group. They even asked me to give the closing prayer. I had quite a few hugs and was overcome with gratitude that I could attend a meeting with the Saints in India! How cool is that!?! It was a well-needed experience - even if it was short - and I was so happy to sing (even without a voice) and feel at home for a short while. I was also able to give the elders my specially-packed bag of American Candy I brought. They looked happy - however, I thought I was being pretty generous for 2 elders but was a little surprised when I met 6! So, it's not going to go as far as I had hoped....still I hope they enjoy just a bit from the States. I should have written down their names but I didn't get a chance - I was so appreciative they were there, could talk for a few minutes, and happy to give me a blessing. I love the Elders!! I love the Elders who taught me! I miss them!!