Sunday, July 27, 2014

         A rehearsal for Sister Cazier’s music recital was scheduled this afternoon.  When we left the building on the way to the chapel, we noticed several buses and lots of cars in the parking lot.  What we think was another missionary activity was taking place and the building was full of people in meetings.  The room where the baptismal font is located was empty so the practice was moved there.  Missionary work takes place on a whole different level here and we love seeing all the people who come to learn about the Gospel.  

         A young sister missionary, new to our ward but serving in her 15^th month, spoke in Sacrament Meeting today.  We talked with her after the meeting and learned that she is from Orem and has grandparents living in Idaho Falls.  Their last name is Beard (said like a man’s beard).  Her grandfather is an attorney and her grandmother is a music teacher.  I have heard her name in the music circles in Idaho Falls and Glade knows of her grandfather.  What a small world it proved to be again.  This couple is now serving their second mission in Salt Lake City.  Their first was in Washington D.C. and they were in a Spanish Ward/Branch.  Her grandmother didn’t speak any Spanish, and after a few months—the sister missionary said—she just gave up.  Well, I only relate this because it helps to identify the difficulty of the language challenge that many senior couples face—especially the sisters—and never really conquer.  It helps me feel better about my own situation, my constant study, and the small successes that come from faith and diligence. 

         Love you all so much; hope your day was renewing.  Good Night.

Tegucigalpa, Honduras; partly cloudy with thunderstorms; and 75 degrees @ 8:30 p.m.