Tuesday, December 26, 2017

Well, it was back to work at the temple and it hardly seemed that Christmas happened over our short week-end.  It’s just as well we didn’t have more time off, except all of the ordinance workers/missionaries are feeling very tired and very much in need of a day off with nothing planned but a little catch-up and rest, rest, rest.  However, like the sweet Relief Society President said this morning—we just aren’t going to get any such reprieve.  We are in for the long haul until the closing.  There are two Monday holidays coming up, one in January and one in February when the temple is open from very early morning until about two or three p.m. and we will all work during these historically busy holidays. 

It’s too cold for me to walk outside since I worry about getting bronchitis so my exercise is about “nil.”  Glade walked to “The Sweat Shop” this morning, but it was closed so he had to turn around in his short exercise clothes and walk back home.  He was cold!  It’s not as cold as Idaho, but it’s still pretty chilly.  I drove to the church and practiced the piano for an hour or so and worked on fingering and technique for the Figgy Pudding Fugue.  I don’t even remember for sure what the exact title is, but it was fun to have a challenge to work on.  It kept me from taking a nap and then not sleeping tonight.

Enjoy your days off from work and school, build special family traditions, and make the most of the precious time you have together.  We love you all so much and are so proud of lives you have built and the wonderful people you always are!  Keep up the great work and keep striving toward your eternal goals.  It will all be worth it!  😊