Bob: Good evening to every one. Sorry about last night, but I went to sleep and couldn't get up to write. But Bonnie hit all the highlights of the day for us.
Sunday has turned out to be an interesting day. Grace beat us to church and had to wait for us. Spencer was ready to go, but we just miscalculated how long it would take. But they both enjoyed the meetings. Brother Su, a YSA from China, also needed a ride this morning. He and Spencer started talking in the back seat and when we got to the church they both took off. Several of the guys gathered around Spencer and made him feel right at home. After Munch and Mingle the A/Ps came by and gave him the first discussion in our apartment.
Grace sat with us during Sacrament and enjoyed the meeting. She said that it was not anything like the meetings in the Catholic Church. I took her to Gospel Principles and Jacqueline taught a good lesson about us being covenant people of the Lord. Bonnie took Grace to Relief Society and Munch and Mingle. I ran over-time teaching the M/P Preparation Class after I told the guys to stop me at 3:00. They just let me go on. Anyway I joined Grace and Bonnie as well as the Ericksons for something to eat. It seemed to go really well and we have another appointment with her set for 3:30 on Thursday.
Sonu was there today and he said he has asked for both Tuesday and Friday off from his work so he can attend Institute. We will pick him up on Tuesday nights on the way to Institute in Mississauga.
After Grace left Munch and Mingle everyone was putting away chairs, etc. There was a young man that asked us something which we don't remember. We asked him if he was a member. Matt said he was and that he was just visiting Toronto for a couple of days. We found out that he is a pilot and is waiting to fly to his next assignment on Tuesday. Anyway, he is a returned missionary having served in Texas when both Hurricane Katrina and Rita blew through. He ended up coming home with us and then going to the 'Strengthening Marriage' Fireside tonight. Dr. Brad Miller gave a great presentation on some ways to help in this. Before he spoke, Gurpreet Dhillon, City Councillor, spoke to us about his belief in the family. It was quite interesting. He is Muslim.
Well, I had better finish up here and help Bonnie finish the happy birthday poster for President Clayton that we are making. I don't think it will win any prizes, but he will enjoy the effort. It has a Star Wars theme because that's one thing he loves.
Love to all and good night brothers.
Dad/Bob
Bonnie: I believe that the Lord had His hand in what transpired this week-end. We were not meant to go to Temiskaming. He needed us here so that Grace and Spencer could have their first discussions. And we were able to help out Matt, who has been through two divorces, attend the fireside on marriage. It was open to everyone, married or single. He is a sharp young man, very humble and willing to learn more about how to have a good marriage. We have had a wonderful week-end. I hope everyone has!
Love, Mom/Bonnie
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