Bob: I can't believe the month of October is gone. It seemed to go on forever in my mind, but tomorrow we start November. And we get to sleep in an extra hour. Probably don't need an extra hour as we didn't get up till after 8 today. By the time I did my morning routine and walked on the treadmill for an hour it was 11:15. We then went to the temple. After the temple we thought we would make a quick stop at the grocery store and Walmart. Were we surprised. There were as many shoppers today as there usually are at Christmas. Halloween must be a big holiday here and everyone waited till the last minute to go buy their candy. Bonnie stopped at a shop to get some balloons and the people were lined up inside the store the whole length of the store. She passed on that one.
After we got home and ate we and 4 other couples went up to the Barrett's apartment at 7:00 to wish Sister Clayton a happy birthday. She didn't know we were coming. It was a fun evening chatting with the senior missionaries. We're all getting together Monday night again at the Ludlow's monthly dinner for the seniors. The Ludlow's have been feeding the senior missionaries on the first Monday of each month for 25 years now. We are buying them theater and dinner tickets as a surprise thank you.
Our granddaughter, Hannah, had a car accident Friday and is in the hospital. She lost a couple teeth and has some facial cuts and injuries, but will be alright. She will be in the hospital for a while.
Love to all and good night brother.
Dad/Bob
Bonnie: We are fasting for Hannah tomorrow. She looks so sore with her cuts and bruises in the picture that Joey sent us. Apparently, she rolled her car. We don't know the details yet, but she needs our prayers.
We accomplished a lot today, for which I'm grateful. We did endowments for two of Bob's ancestors in the temple today. And we were the witness couple again! It was crazy shopping, that's for sure. I couldn't believe the long lines everywhere we went. I was able to get everything I needed, though, which is a miracle. We had an enjoyable evening. Each of us shared our favorite experience so far on our missions. I had to share two, though. I couldn't help it. I feel very, very blessed.
Let's all have a worshipful Sabbath tomorrow and honor our Savior in all we do. We love you all.
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Saturday, 31 October 2015
Friday, 30 October 2015
October 30, 2015
Bob: Oh what a day. Started by taking the truck and cargo trailer to some Elders in North York so they could move their apartment tomorrow and the Sisters' apartment on Tuesday. They are supposed to bring everything back on Wednesday when we have MLC. Hope all goes well for them.
In the afternoon I called the leasing agent for our apartment building. On Wednesday they told me they had vacancies coming up by the middle of the month. I told them I needed one for Nov 16. They said the'd email the application and accompanying paperwork right over. Well, I was still waiting for it. I made about half a dozen calls before someone took the time to get the paperwork sent over.
After work the Ericksons and us decided to go to RD's Southern BBQ. We had some mail that had come in for President Clayton so Bonnie called to alert him about it. He said to bring it with us and they would meet us at RD's. So all 6 of us went. I'm trying to get pictures from them to show you what we had. The owner of the place came out and talked to us for a while. He asked about the missionaries and their not stopping at his restaurant for Thanksgiving. President Clayton explained that almost all of them spent Thanksgiving with some members at their homes. The owner went on to say that he knew the missionaries sometimes spent a little too much of their money before the month ended. He said if any of them ever need a meal and can't afford one to come to his restaurant and he would take care of them. President thanked him for his offer. As we left the President and the owner were speaking to each other in French I believe. As they parted both were laughing.
After that Bonnie and I stopped at Walmart to pick up a few things. I had a couple interesting experiences/thoughts while there. For starters, Bonnie gave me a list of things to buy for the office and the first-aid kits for the missionaries. So I did my best at picking out the items listed. Once everything was collected I took them to her for her approval. I did pretty good except for two items. So I said I will go back and get them. She said, "Well I am almost done." Now being a man I assumed that meant I could get the 2 items, meet her at the check out and get out of there. So I went back to the pharmacy and exchanged the 2 items. When I got back to the check out I couldn't find her. So I checked out and headed to the car. When I got to the car she wasn't there. I loaded everything into the trunk, put my cart away and went back to the check out area. Still couldn't find her. Walked all through the grocery department, but still no Bonnie. About that time I got a text from the CES couple. They wanted Bonnie to call them about a party they are having tomorrow night. Texted back I would tell her if I could ever find her, but right now she was lost in Walmart!!
Realized with my phone in hand I could probably find her. She answered that she was in the card section across from the pharmacy. (She purchased 4 cards.) With all this in mind I had a great thought. We have a dollar store that Bonnie loves to shop at. They have small carts you can push around the store. Attached to these carts are long poles that stick up in the air. Why they have them I don't know. But wouldn't it be a marvelous idea to put a flashing light on the poles and then put a harness on the pole that your spouse could wear while she is shopping. That way you can find her!!!!!
The 2nd experience I had at Walmart was while I was checking out. I was facing the cashier so the exit area was behind me. I began to notice a rotten smell like a plugged toilet. I looked around and the restrooms (called washrooms in Canada) were right behind me. So I assumed it was the washrooms that I smelled. Anyway I checked out and walked away from the area. However, the smell wasn't going away! And it didn't go away till I was outside. I told Bonnie that I thought I must have had an accident and didn't even know it, the smell was so strong! But when I went back inside the smell returned. Finally decided to my relief that it was the washroom after all!!
Once I found Bonnie and checked out we made it home without further incident.
Good night to all. God bless and have a wonderful weekend. Good night brother.
Love,
Bob/Dad
Bonnie: The tall poles on the little carts at the dollar store are so no one can take the carts outside. I didn't worry about Bob finding me because I knew he would call. Men!
I had a full day with interesting things happening. I am dealing with packages from home for the missionaries. I don't know if they are for Christmas or not, so I have been emailing the parents with each one I get. I have two stacks so far--one stack to be delivered Wednesday at MLC and another one with packages that I don't know when to deliver. Time will tell, I guess. I just wish the parents would email me back.Then, a man called me three times trying to get through to the temple to put a name on the prayer roll. He didn't know who else to call. SL was fixing the line but I finally found a number that worked. Then, the uncle of one of our missionaries came in and wanted to know where to go to get candy and treats for his nephew. He came back loaded. I know this missionary and his companion will be happy about that! I texted the President to ask about skyping Farsi/Persian missionary discussions to Calgary. And the answer came back a resounding yes! Then I had one of the best experiences I've had so far on our mission. This morning a young man who looked like he was from India or the Middle East came into the office and asked, "Is this a church?" I said yes and then he asked me if he could go in and pray! This took me by surprise and since I was busy on the phone, Elder Erickson came in and took him into the chapel and talked to him. As a child he had attended a Catholic school. Now his family was having lots of trouble, and since our church is in his neighborhood he decided he would ask us if he could pray at our church! Elder Erickson invited him to church there Sunday. We'll see what happens. The Elders who attend this ward are ecstatic! So, it was a very good day, especially having dinner out with Erickson's and Clayton's. And, to top it all off, Chris called. We will be getting together at Christmas for sure! They only live about 6 1/2 hours away. That really makes me happy!
Well, I've rambled enough. My hope this night is for happiness and peace to all.
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
In the afternoon I called the leasing agent for our apartment building. On Wednesday they told me they had vacancies coming up by the middle of the month. I told them I needed one for Nov 16. They said the'd email the application and accompanying paperwork right over. Well, I was still waiting for it. I made about half a dozen calls before someone took the time to get the paperwork sent over.
After work the Ericksons and us decided to go to RD's Southern BBQ. We had some mail that had come in for President Clayton so Bonnie called to alert him about it. He said to bring it with us and they would meet us at RD's. So all 6 of us went. I'm trying to get pictures from them to show you what we had. The owner of the place came out and talked to us for a while. He asked about the missionaries and their not stopping at his restaurant for Thanksgiving. President Clayton explained that almost all of them spent Thanksgiving with some members at their homes. The owner went on to say that he knew the missionaries sometimes spent a little too much of their money before the month ended. He said if any of them ever need a meal and can't afford one to come to his restaurant and he would take care of them. President thanked him for his offer. As we left the President and the owner were speaking to each other in French I believe. As they parted both were laughing.
After that Bonnie and I stopped at Walmart to pick up a few things. I had a couple interesting experiences/thoughts while there. For starters, Bonnie gave me a list of things to buy for the office and the first-aid kits for the missionaries. So I did my best at picking out the items listed. Once everything was collected I took them to her for her approval. I did pretty good except for two items. So I said I will go back and get them. She said, "Well I am almost done." Now being a man I assumed that meant I could get the 2 items, meet her at the check out and get out of there. So I went back to the pharmacy and exchanged the 2 items. When I got back to the check out I couldn't find her. So I checked out and headed to the car. When I got to the car she wasn't there. I loaded everything into the trunk, put my cart away and went back to the check out area. Still couldn't find her. Walked all through the grocery department, but still no Bonnie. About that time I got a text from the CES couple. They wanted Bonnie to call them about a party they are having tomorrow night. Texted back I would tell her if I could ever find her, but right now she was lost in Walmart!!
Realized with my phone in hand I could probably find her. She answered that she was in the card section across from the pharmacy. (She purchased 4 cards.) With all this in mind I had a great thought. We have a dollar store that Bonnie loves to shop at. They have small carts you can push around the store. Attached to these carts are long poles that stick up in the air. Why they have them I don't know. But wouldn't it be a marvelous idea to put a flashing light on the poles and then put a harness on the pole that your spouse could wear while she is shopping. That way you can find her!!!!!
The 2nd experience I had at Walmart was while I was checking out. I was facing the cashier so the exit area was behind me. I began to notice a rotten smell like a plugged toilet. I looked around and the restrooms (called washrooms in Canada) were right behind me. So I assumed it was the washrooms that I smelled. Anyway I checked out and walked away from the area. However, the smell wasn't going away! And it didn't go away till I was outside. I told Bonnie that I thought I must have had an accident and didn't even know it, the smell was so strong! But when I went back inside the smell returned. Finally decided to my relief that it was the washroom after all!!
Once I found Bonnie and checked out we made it home without further incident.
Good night to all. God bless and have a wonderful weekend. Good night brother.
Love,
Bob/Dad
Bonnie: The tall poles on the little carts at the dollar store are so no one can take the carts outside. I didn't worry about Bob finding me because I knew he would call. Men!
I had a full day with interesting things happening. I am dealing with packages from home for the missionaries. I don't know if they are for Christmas or not, so I have been emailing the parents with each one I get. I have two stacks so far--one stack to be delivered Wednesday at MLC and another one with packages that I don't know when to deliver. Time will tell, I guess. I just wish the parents would email me back.Then, a man called me three times trying to get through to the temple to put a name on the prayer roll. He didn't know who else to call. SL was fixing the line but I finally found a number that worked. Then, the uncle of one of our missionaries came in and wanted to know where to go to get candy and treats for his nephew. He came back loaded. I know this missionary and his companion will be happy about that! I texted the President to ask about skyping Farsi/Persian missionary discussions to Calgary. And the answer came back a resounding yes! Then I had one of the best experiences I've had so far on our mission. This morning a young man who looked like he was from India or the Middle East came into the office and asked, "Is this a church?" I said yes and then he asked me if he could go in and pray! This took me by surprise and since I was busy on the phone, Elder Erickson came in and took him into the chapel and talked to him. As a child he had attended a Catholic school. Now his family was having lots of trouble, and since our church is in his neighborhood he decided he would ask us if he could pray at our church! Elder Erickson invited him to church there Sunday. We'll see what happens. The Elders who attend this ward are ecstatic! So, it was a very good day, especially having dinner out with Erickson's and Clayton's. And, to top it all off, Chris called. We will be getting together at Christmas for sure! They only live about 6 1/2 hours away. That really makes me happy!
Well, I've rambled enough. My hope this night is for happiness and peace to all.
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Thursday, 29 October 2015
October 29, 2015
Bonnie: It's been another good day and I've been able to accomplish a lot. I'm gearing up for MLC on Wednesday. I now have all of the orders from all of the zones so I can see what we have and what we don't. I could do another order but things come up every day that we need and it won't arrive for about two weeks anyway. If I get my last order delivered I will probably be fine. I hope it comes on time for MLC.
I had an interesting experience today. I got a phone call this afternoon from a senior missionary in Australia. He is teaching a woman who has a brother in Toronto. He's talked to this man several times on the phone and he is interested in the church. When I asked him what time it was in Australia he said 3:30 am! He is so concerned about this man that he called me in the middle of the night! After I entered his information into the church's referral system, I called the missionaries directly to ask if they had received it. They said they hadn't. This makes me sad because obviously there are still glitches in this new referral program. I guess I will just have to call the missionaries directly when there is some kind of personal interest. And I'm going to call SL, too. They need to fix the system.
Well, the wash is done for the week and the shopping list made. We'll do that tomorrow night. I can't believe how fast the time is going. It's almost November! Have a happy night, everyone.
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Bob: Things seem to be going well at the office. There is hardly anything on my desk which makes me feel good as I have the messiest desk in the office. Matter of fact, my office is pretty messy. It doesn't help that the Mission Supply Secretary feels it is her right to place things out of everyone's sight in my office!! She is lamenting now about the Christmas packages she is getting with no place to put them. I'm going to hold out as long as I can though.
Bonnie left the office on time while I stayed to almost 6:30 working on the phone report. I have some information, but don't see how to speedily go through everything. And there just isn't that much time to spend reviewing the information. I can't look at it at home as I still haven't gotten the hard drive replaced on my computer. When I called the supplier he said the first shipment was lost in the mail and that the post office is paying him for the lost merchandise. He is supposed to reship it this week. And 2 weeks later it should arrive.
Had a great dinner tonight. Reheated some potato soup and finished up the caesar salad from last night. We made the soup last Sunday night. It seems to be better every day. There are about 3 more meals left according to the First Mate.
We are planning on going to RDs Southern Barbeque tomorrow night. The owner of the place opened a second location this past summer. We have been to the original restaurant twice, but I want to go to the new one. The Barrett's stopped in earlier this week and the owner came out and talked to them. He told them he missed seeing the Elders stop in for something to eat. He said he knew they didn't have much money to spend eating out, but if they were low on funds and needed something to eat they could stop in any time and he would take care of them. He even mentioned fixing a Christmas dinner for the Elders. We hope to talk to him about that tomorrow night.
Well I had better close and get ready for bed. Love to everyone and good night brother.
Dad/Bob
I had an interesting experience today. I got a phone call this afternoon from a senior missionary in Australia. He is teaching a woman who has a brother in Toronto. He's talked to this man several times on the phone and he is interested in the church. When I asked him what time it was in Australia he said 3:30 am! He is so concerned about this man that he called me in the middle of the night! After I entered his information into the church's referral system, I called the missionaries directly to ask if they had received it. They said they hadn't. This makes me sad because obviously there are still glitches in this new referral program. I guess I will just have to call the missionaries directly when there is some kind of personal interest. And I'm going to call SL, too. They need to fix the system.
Well, the wash is done for the week and the shopping list made. We'll do that tomorrow night. I can't believe how fast the time is going. It's almost November! Have a happy night, everyone.
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Bob: Things seem to be going well at the office. There is hardly anything on my desk which makes me feel good as I have the messiest desk in the office. Matter of fact, my office is pretty messy. It doesn't help that the Mission Supply Secretary feels it is her right to place things out of everyone's sight in my office!! She is lamenting now about the Christmas packages she is getting with no place to put them. I'm going to hold out as long as I can though.
Bonnie left the office on time while I stayed to almost 6:30 working on the phone report. I have some information, but don't see how to speedily go through everything. And there just isn't that much time to spend reviewing the information. I can't look at it at home as I still haven't gotten the hard drive replaced on my computer. When I called the supplier he said the first shipment was lost in the mail and that the post office is paying him for the lost merchandise. He is supposed to reship it this week. And 2 weeks later it should arrive.
Had a great dinner tonight. Reheated some potato soup and finished up the caesar salad from last night. We made the soup last Sunday night. It seems to be better every day. There are about 3 more meals left according to the First Mate.
We are planning on going to RDs Southern Barbeque tomorrow night. The owner of the place opened a second location this past summer. We have been to the original restaurant twice, but I want to go to the new one. The Barrett's stopped in earlier this week and the owner came out and talked to them. He told them he missed seeing the Elders stop in for something to eat. He said he knew they didn't have much money to spend eating out, but if they were low on funds and needed something to eat they could stop in any time and he would take care of them. He even mentioned fixing a Christmas dinner for the Elders. We hope to talk to him about that tomorrow night.
Well I had better close and get ready for bed. Love to everyone and good night brother.
Dad/Bob
Wednesday, 28 October 2015
October 28, 2015
Bonnie: We did have a good time last night at Institute. Tonight we were home, had dinner and did the dishes by 6:45!!. This is some kind of record for us. We have enjoyed just laying around, doing nothing tonight. There was the possibility of going with the missionaries to an appointment this evening but it didn't work out.
Today at the office I accomplished two big things: a Staples order and ordering the business cards for the ESL classes. It's always so important to get all of the information correct on the cards, and it changes from month to month. I hope next time to have a complete list on one page with the exact details before I start. Maybe I need to "train" these APs a bit better so I can have that each time!
Today Sister Erickson's mother passed away. It was expected, but it is still hard to deal with the loss of someone so dear. They will go to the funeral next week-end, probably leaving a week from tomorrow and coming back Sunday or Monday. It's the same week-end Bob and I are hosting a going away dinner for the Barrett's. That is also the Saturday that the mission asks the new converts to come to the temple to do baptisms for the dead. Bob and I will be playing key roles that afternoon, helping it all run smoothly for the nervous converts as they enter the temple for the first time. As we have written, it's a great experience. It will make for a very busy day, though.
I don't know how many of my children are reading our blog, but I am having huge issues with my ipad and cannot get on facebook. So, if it's important, please email me or call and I will call you back. I hate feeling so out of touch with my children and grand-children!
I will let Bob finish up. Please know of my love for all of you!
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Bob: It is good to get a night off. Just sitting here listening to Grandpa Elliott and 'Playing for Change' on YouTube. There are some really talented people to be found almost anywhere in the world. Take a look at him on YouTube.
I think I was able to take care of the bus passes today. I think we got about 15000. worth! Cheaper than several more cars and paying for parking downtown.
I just deleted FACEBOOK from Bonnie's tablet and downloaded it again. Tried to sign her in but it failed and now we can't find it anywhere.
Been working of the phone/text report some more lately. I am able to review the early and late calls now, but there aren't many of them. Going to try to do the rest of the calls tomorrow to determine if missionaries are calling out of their area, etc. Not looking forward to doing the texts though. That file is about 5 times larger than the calls file. Just doing the calls slows down the computer. I think we need a fast computer.
Been raining most of the day, but it was expected. They said on the news this morning the rain was caused by the recent hurricane. We sure seem a long way from the storm to be affected by it.
Bonnie got some good news today. They are predicting their warmest winter ever in Canada. That comes the year after the coldest winter ever!! We'll see how that plays out.
Well I had better quit for now. Bonnie is trying to call ATT about her tablet. We'll see if that does any good.
Love to all and good night brother.
Dad/Bob
Today at the office I accomplished two big things: a Staples order and ordering the business cards for the ESL classes. It's always so important to get all of the information correct on the cards, and it changes from month to month. I hope next time to have a complete list on one page with the exact details before I start. Maybe I need to "train" these APs a bit better so I can have that each time!
Today Sister Erickson's mother passed away. It was expected, but it is still hard to deal with the loss of someone so dear. They will go to the funeral next week-end, probably leaving a week from tomorrow and coming back Sunday or Monday. It's the same week-end Bob and I are hosting a going away dinner for the Barrett's. That is also the Saturday that the mission asks the new converts to come to the temple to do baptisms for the dead. Bob and I will be playing key roles that afternoon, helping it all run smoothly for the nervous converts as they enter the temple for the first time. As we have written, it's a great experience. It will make for a very busy day, though.
I don't know how many of my children are reading our blog, but I am having huge issues with my ipad and cannot get on facebook. So, if it's important, please email me or call and I will call you back. I hate feeling so out of touch with my children and grand-children!
I will let Bob finish up. Please know of my love for all of you!
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Bob: It is good to get a night off. Just sitting here listening to Grandpa Elliott and 'Playing for Change' on YouTube. There are some really talented people to be found almost anywhere in the world. Take a look at him on YouTube.
I think I was able to take care of the bus passes today. I think we got about 15000. worth! Cheaper than several more cars and paying for parking downtown.
I just deleted FACEBOOK from Bonnie's tablet and downloaded it again. Tried to sign her in but it failed and now we can't find it anywhere.
Been working of the phone/text report some more lately. I am able to review the early and late calls now, but there aren't many of them. Going to try to do the rest of the calls tomorrow to determine if missionaries are calling out of their area, etc. Not looking forward to doing the texts though. That file is about 5 times larger than the calls file. Just doing the calls slows down the computer. I think we need a fast computer.
Been raining most of the day, but it was expected. They said on the news this morning the rain was caused by the recent hurricane. We sure seem a long way from the storm to be affected by it.
Bonnie got some good news today. They are predicting their warmest winter ever in Canada. That comes the year after the coldest winter ever!! We'll see how that plays out.
Well I had better quit for now. Bonnie is trying to call ATT about her tablet. We'll see if that does any good.
Love to all and good night brother.
Dad/Bob
Tuesday, 27 October 2015
October 27, 2015
Bob: Another late night. Institute is such a good time to mingle with the YSAs-- you don't notice the time slipping away. Good day at work as the new problems weren't too terribly difficult to deal with. Our CES couple is going home November 12th and we didn't think we were getting a replacement. However, today a name was put on the list for a CES replacement. Will have to scramble around and try and get another apartment in our complex as a temple couple is also coming November 20th. Always seems to be a challenge coming on the horizon.
The Institute lesson tonight was about spiritual crocodiles. They showed a video about a herd of water buffalo being attacked by a herd of lions. One of the buffalo calves is thrown into the water and the lions attempt to drag it out of the water. A crocodile grabs hold of the calf and a tug-of-war commences between the crocodile and the lions. Eventually the lions prevail and drag the calf on to shore. They get ready for a great lunch. About that time the herd of buffalo comes back with a determination to save their calf. They butt the lions, throw one into the air and eventually chase off the lions and save their calf. There is a lot of spiritual significance in this story. Sometimes we have to band together to help save the lost or separated one. Just lots of meaning to this. Think about it for a while and you'll see it too.
First mate says good night and that she will write tomorrow night.
Better get to bed. Love to all, and good night brother.
Love,
Dad/Bob
The Institute lesson tonight was about spiritual crocodiles. They showed a video about a herd of water buffalo being attacked by a herd of lions. One of the buffalo calves is thrown into the water and the lions attempt to drag it out of the water. A crocodile grabs hold of the calf and a tug-of-war commences between the crocodile and the lions. Eventually the lions prevail and drag the calf on to shore. They get ready for a great lunch. About that time the herd of buffalo comes back with a determination to save their calf. They butt the lions, throw one into the air and eventually chase off the lions and save their calf. There is a lot of spiritual significance in this story. Sometimes we have to band together to help save the lost or separated one. Just lots of meaning to this. Think about it for a while and you'll see it too.
First mate says good night and that she will write tomorrow night.
Better get to bed. Love to all, and good night brother.
Love,
Dad/Bob
Monday, 26 October 2015
October 26,2015
Bob: Don't have much time as we just got home right before 10. Took a young lady home after FHE and the freeway exit was closed. Had to go to the next exit and meander back to where we wanted to be. But it was fun seeing more of the Greater Toronto Area!!
They had a professional dance instructor teaching the YSAs some dance steps tonight for the activity. The dance didn't look too hard but the warm up looked very difficult as they were stretching and running. The Seniors got to be the judges!
Full day at work today as I was trying to get ready to purchase the monthly bus passes. With all the changes it took some time. I think we shut down 4 bus areas from last month and opened up one other one. If it's not right I get calls Monday that they need money to buy a bus pass.
Well I'm hitting the sack. Hope everyone had a great day. Good night all and good night brother.
Love,
Dad/Bob
Bonnie: It was great fun to watch the YSAs interact with each other. I really wanted to get out there and dance with them, but none of the other Seniors did so I just watched. The Elders had an investigator there tonight. It was good because of the lesson that was taught in FHE. A young man who has been baptized a year taught about how the Lord can change simple, common people into prophets, such as Joseph Smith. Then he said he had been asked to serve in the temple and that he was very humbled by it. His point was that the Lord can take anyone and make them into what He wants if they are willing. I really felt the Spirit as he talked. After the lesson, while the others were learning their dance moves, this teacher and the investigator talked quite a bit. I feel like it was a great lesson for this young man.
I'm going to bed as soon as I am done with this. Tomorrow is anther very long day. May your days be long and wonderful, too.
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
They had a professional dance instructor teaching the YSAs some dance steps tonight for the activity. The dance didn't look too hard but the warm up looked very difficult as they were stretching and running. The Seniors got to be the judges!
Full day at work today as I was trying to get ready to purchase the monthly bus passes. With all the changes it took some time. I think we shut down 4 bus areas from last month and opened up one other one. If it's not right I get calls Monday that they need money to buy a bus pass.
Well I'm hitting the sack. Hope everyone had a great day. Good night all and good night brother.
Love,
Dad/Bob
Bonnie: It was great fun to watch the YSAs interact with each other. I really wanted to get out there and dance with them, but none of the other Seniors did so I just watched. The Elders had an investigator there tonight. It was good because of the lesson that was taught in FHE. A young man who has been baptized a year taught about how the Lord can change simple, common people into prophets, such as Joseph Smith. Then he said he had been asked to serve in the temple and that he was very humbled by it. His point was that the Lord can take anyone and make them into what He wants if they are willing. I really felt the Spirit as he talked. After the lesson, while the others were learning their dance moves, this teacher and the investigator talked quite a bit. I feel like it was a great lesson for this young man.
I'm going to bed as soon as I am done with this. Tomorrow is anther very long day. May your days be long and wonderful, too.
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Sunday, 25 October 2015
October 25, 2015
Bob: It's bed time so I have to write quickly and briefly. When we got up the plans were to pick up 2 YSA in Brampton then go to Mississauga and pick up a third. That meant we would be leaving about 10:30. Well the young lady in Mississauga got another ride so we didn't have to get her. Left a little past 11:10, later than we wanted, and picked up another young lady. Went to get a young man, but he wasn't there. As Bonnie set down in church the counselor stood up to start the service. So we just made it because they always end up starting 2 to 5 minutes late.
Church went well and the 3 speakers were good. The young man that spoke is getting married and so this was his final week in the YSA Ward. Moving on to a family Ward now.
When we got home we decided to make a batch of potato soup. Last summer we made it in Elk Lake, but couldn't find the 1 pound block of Velveeta cheese. Had to cut up the wrapped individual slices to it. We had all the right ingredients today though. Decided to add a new item to the soup-crumbled bacon. Sampled it tonight and my feeling is the bacon is not worth the bother. We'll see if heating the soup up has any effect on that decision.
Hope everyone had a great weekend. Good night brother.
Love,
Dad/Bob
Bonnie: The potato soup is better with the bacon and would be even better if Bob had let me add the bacon grease along with the cooked bacon! In fact, I'd like to add a bit of it next time we heat up the soup. We'll see.
All of the Bishop's visits went well today. There was just one person he wanted to see that did not return my call/text this week. But, there are always YSAs who want a last minute visit with him, so his schedule is always full. We have committed to pick up a service missionary, Belinda, who works in the garment distribution center part-time. She lives in Brampton so it is not too far out of our way. We'll take her to church on Sunday and also to the FHE on Monday nights. I think she is happy that we are doing it.
We went to Laura's tonight for some rice pudding dessert. It was good, but especially so because she puts real maple syrup on it. I'm not talking about the maple-flavored stuff commonly on the store shelves. I'm talking about heavenly, 100% pure Canadian Maple Syrup. It's delicious! I will be bringing some home for sure.
I think I am prepared for the office tomorrow. I have our dinner ready to take so that after we eat at the office, we can go straight to Belinda's house and then to FHE. And so begins another week of our adventure in the Canada Toronto Mission. We love you all!
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
Church went well and the 3 speakers were good. The young man that spoke is getting married and so this was his final week in the YSA Ward. Moving on to a family Ward now.
When we got home we decided to make a batch of potato soup. Last summer we made it in Elk Lake, but couldn't find the 1 pound block of Velveeta cheese. Had to cut up the wrapped individual slices to it. We had all the right ingredients today though. Decided to add a new item to the soup-crumbled bacon. Sampled it tonight and my feeling is the bacon is not worth the bother. We'll see if heating the soup up has any effect on that decision.
Hope everyone had a great weekend. Good night brother.
Love,
Dad/Bob
Bonnie: The potato soup is better with the bacon and would be even better if Bob had let me add the bacon grease along with the cooked bacon! In fact, I'd like to add a bit of it next time we heat up the soup. We'll see.
All of the Bishop's visits went well today. There was just one person he wanted to see that did not return my call/text this week. But, there are always YSAs who want a last minute visit with him, so his schedule is always full. We have committed to pick up a service missionary, Belinda, who works in the garment distribution center part-time. She lives in Brampton so it is not too far out of our way. We'll take her to church on Sunday and also to the FHE on Monday nights. I think she is happy that we are doing it.
We went to Laura's tonight for some rice pudding dessert. It was good, but especially so because she puts real maple syrup on it. I'm not talking about the maple-flavored stuff commonly on the store shelves. I'm talking about heavenly, 100% pure Canadian Maple Syrup. It's delicious! I will be bringing some home for sure.
I think I am prepared for the office tomorrow. I have our dinner ready to take so that after we eat at the office, we can go straight to Belinda's house and then to FHE. And so begins another week of our adventure in the Canada Toronto Mission. We love you all!
Love,
Mom/Bonnie
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