Bonnie: We got home from Brampton about 4:00 today. We picked up a hitch-hiker at North Bay who needed a ride to a home just north of Cobalt. He was a young man who looked like he needed some help. I'll let Bob tell you about that.
We went to dinner with several senior couples Thursday night. We love doing that, of course. The meetings with Elder Arnold were fantastic. He spoke to the entire mission in two conferences, one Thursday and one Friday. It was just what we needed. He gave us some specific guidelines, and helped President Shields put into practice some changes that are excellent. One time he looked into the eyes of a sister missionary, and then shared Alma 7:11-13 about the atonement. She started to cry. I guess it was something she really needed to hear. He kept reassuring us that what he was saying was from the Lord and specifically for our mission. Lunch was served and we finished up about 3:30. We then headed over to a clinic to see if Bob could get an A1C test. What a zoo! By the time the insurance sent in the approval to the clinic, there were no staff nurses there to do the test. We spent about 2 hours just waiting. So, then we went to Burrito Boys for nachos, (not a very good idea in Bob's opinion) and then went to the temple. We had a nice surprise there. One of the single sisters from Kirkland Lake was there for the same session. She is one of the stalwart members of our Branch. It was very special to go through the session with her. We got back to the Mission Home about 10:00, just when the Shields were returning from a meeting they had. We left this morning about 9:00. I'm tired for sure, but this trip was quite worth it!
Tomorrow we don't need to pick up the Cushman's because Karol has been in the hospital! Apparently she had an anxiety attack, that at first was thought to be a heart attack. It was the night before we left to go south, so we couldn't be there for her. I'm so glad that the Branch stepped up to the plate. She is still recuperating, and is doing better.
May we enjoy our Sabbath Day tomorrow, and feel the love of the Lord!
Love, Mom/Bonnie
Bob: It's 300 miles to Brampton from here, so I am tired of driving. The young man we picked up didn't want to talk too much. His names was Brandon. He is about 25 and we believe he has some emotional/mental issues. He spoke very slowly and seemed to be trying to make sure he said the correct thing. We took him to Granny's for a burger once we got here. And Bonnie gave him a Book of Mormon, 'the Mormon Bible', as he called it. Hopefully it may do some good.
Tried to go for a walk after I got home, but it started raining. Thankfully I took an umbrella with me, but my pants were damp by the time I got back. My shoes and other things are drying in front of the fan as we speak.
I'm signing off for the night. Hope you have had a good weekend so far. Our trip was fantastic and we're anxious to try out some of the things we learned. President Shields asked me to go to Val d'Or and see if I could find an apartment for the Elders. Saw lots of "For Rent" signs when I was in Val d'Or, but there isn't anything on-line. We will go there next week to look.
Love to all and good night brothers.
Dad/Bob
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