Saturday, February 3, 2018

Cold temperatures prevailed here but at least the wind had stilled.  It would have been nice to get outside for a while today, but that won’t happen until it warms up a bit.

More kind friends came by today to visit, one this afternoon who lives next door and is supervising the “break-the-fast” pot-luck tomorrow, and another this evening while Glade was in the temple.  The latter came bearing a book written by her daughter and published by Deseret Book, and a small plate of brownies and mints.  I’ll read the book and share a review with you.

It was sad to miss another family event today, Amelia’s baptism.  But she called me on the phone, we a great visit, and Emily sent photos.  We’ll miss one more, next month making three.  But again, we are so grateful for the Lord’s blessings to our family and know that we must serve while we can. 

                              

We realized there was no airing of the movie “Ground Hog Day” on TV yesterday; and even though it makes me crazy through the middle part, I would have been entertained by it in my state! 

Glade had a great experience with a young man from Venezuela tonight in the temple who had ten family names to do initiatory work for.  He didn’t speak much English and was quite timid as he waited for help.  Glade and a native-Spanish speaker were summoned and the two of them helped him with the ten names.  He was in tears after the first one and remained emotional during all the work for all of the names who were close relatives.  He really appreciated being able to hear the words so well spoken in his own language.  Glade loved every minute of the experience.  He always loves helping people on a one-on-one level. 

Hope your week-end is great!  Love to All!  😊