We have survived our first week at the MTC. The weather continues very cold, so we are glad that we don't have to spend much time outside. We have already grown close to a couple in our group, the Abrahams. They invited us out with them for their 'last supper' on Friday. They are headed to South Africa, (Botswana), where they were instructed not to eat anything they didn't cook, so we enjoyed our dinner at Texas Roadhouse, and dessert at the Creamery to the fullest. It is amazing how quickly we have bonded. They left this morning.
A big thanks to nephew Matt who provided transportation for our outing to Wally World on Saturday. We were able to buy a few supplies and very much enjoyed a change of scenery. The stops at an office supply store and a Ross were icing on the cake.
Sunday was Fast Sunday which was a special treat. I love the energy and passion of these young missionaries.
This week we started the medical officer training. Most of it is in SLC which means we (Rod) are driving on roads that still have some ice. So Fun! There was even a light flurry of snow when we got to the church office building this morning. The trip took about 1/2 hr longer than expected so we were a bit late. What can you do? The training was long which, added to the drive, made for a tiring day. When we got 'home' we were delighted to find a package from our kids. Alicia, Geneva, Elena, and little ones had made 'hugs' on long strips of paper for us, plus they sent his favorite animal cookies for Rod, blush for me and real photos. Thank you all so much. So Thoughtful! The one sad part of the day was when Rod called the travel office, hoping for news of our visas. No luck. Keep praying for us.
I can't get the photos to load tonight. Maybe next time
A big thanks to nephew Matt who provided transportation for our outing to Wally World on Saturday. We were able to buy a few supplies and very much enjoyed a change of scenery. The stops at an office supply store and a Ross were icing on the cake.
Sunday was Fast Sunday which was a special treat. I love the energy and passion of these young missionaries.
This week we started the medical officer training. Most of it is in SLC which means we (Rod) are driving on roads that still have some ice. So Fun! There was even a light flurry of snow when we got to the church office building this morning. The trip took about 1/2 hr longer than expected so we were a bit late. What can you do? The training was long which, added to the drive, made for a tiring day. When we got 'home' we were delighted to find a package from our kids. Alicia, Geneva, Elena, and little ones had made 'hugs' on long strips of paper for us, plus they sent his favorite animal cookies for Rod, blush for me and real photos. Thank you all so much. So Thoughtful! The one sad part of the day was when Rod called the travel office, hoping for news of our visas. No luck. Keep praying for us.
I can't get the photos to load tonight. Maybe next time
2 comments:
I love your fascination with the snow:) Some of us wouldn't notice it enough to comment about it! I love the hug idea; I'll have to remember that. Well done, cousins!
You do have to admit that snow and cold weather are real novelties to us
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