We’ve Got Mail

I was really uplifted when I came across the article “What Swimming Taught Me” (June 2011). The story was about a girl learning how to swim and how embarrassed she felt when her friend was a better swimmer. What really caught my eye was how she overcame her fear of swimming by not giving up but believing that through trial and error she could excel at it. In fact, no matter what type of peer pressure it is, you can always read your scriptures, seek answers from your prayers, and ask a friend, Church leader, or your bishop for support. I know that as a member of the Church and a former swimmer, I will remember this message.

When I read the May 2011 issue of the New Era, I came across the “Questions & Answers” article on dating before the age of 16. I was shocked, because I had recently had a boyfriend, even though I am not yet 16. When I read through the answers given, I felt the Spirit with me. I realized that by ending the relationship I was keeping the standards. I’m so glad the New Era was there for me.

I reread an article from the August 2009 issue called “Role Models” by Elder Benson E. Misalucha. Thank you for putting this article in the magazine; it was an answer to my prayer. I had just met someone who is very strong in the gospel. She has been through many trials and is still going strong. She is a role model for me, and I have learned so much from her about forgiveness and enduring through trials.