November 26, 2008 Thanksgiving

My Dear Family that i love very much, I love serving a mission. I am doing great work here in Italy and especially in this area of Battipaglia. On friday we are doing a Thanksgiving activity (Giorno di Ringraziamento) and i am cooking 50% of the food and doing 75% of the decorations. Now, i know all that you moms do for us. I thank you very much. I am a little stressed out with all of these things to do in little time so now i finally see the stress you go through to feed us and make us happy. I want you all to know what I am thankful for. I am so thankful for my Grandfather who is my greatest example. I got a letter from him the other day and it made mission. I felt the great love and the support in those few words. And like all general authorities say, behind every great man there is a great woman, and that is my Grandma Carol. I am so thankful for her and all that she does for every single one of us. She has made me feel like the best kid in the world and has spent her personal time and dedicated it to me to get a peanut cluster at dairy queen or go to the movies for christmas. I love her very much. I wish that i could tell you all individually how much i love you and appreciate the many little things that have made a huge impact on my life. I love you and am very grateful for you. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and remember the things that are truly important. Do get lost in this world of chaos that you gives you nothing in return. The greatest joy that we find is in our families and in Jesus Christ. Love, Elder Beau Richard Brewster (oh, by the way, if i come home 100 lbs heavier will you still love me? This food is delicious!!!)