LEXI's WEDDING

SISTER WALTER

Well, we officially have our first missionary cousin. Grace entered the virtual MTC last Tuesday. We got to spend time with Sister Walter before she was set apart watching a movie and eating brownies and ice-cream. We also went swimming at the lake. Then we got to spend time with her after she was set apart what a unique experience. Often I have heard of youth choosing to delay their mission because of COVID,  and certainly being stuck in an apartment with your companion sharing the gospel virtually doesn't sound like what we typically think of as a mission; however, what a blessing and a sacred honor to be chosen to lead the way forward to utilizing technology to share the gospel. Grace you were born for such a time as this, go forth!

We spent time at the lake and at the pool. Ashton took off in one of the paddle boats and we didn't see him for the rest of the morning. He would jump off from time to time and go for a swim and then someone would race out to help him back into the boat because he couldn't do it on his own. He looked so independent, happy and free. 

FIRST SUNDAY BACK AT CHURCH SINCE MY BIRTHDAY

Miriam Vasquez came over with her two little girls and her little boy to play. She brought over stuff for a Mexican lunch. It was so good. She is so kind to show us her secrets. We loved playing with friends. Logan and I made chocolate cake to share.

Our first day back to church was last Sunday. Logan slipped out of my arms and hit his head on the corner of the pew. Blood was everywhere. I had to go into the bathroom to clean him up even though it was against COVID rules. Right before the sacrament was to be passed the bishop announced that we were going to keep our cups.  Ashton cried out, "This is the best church day ever!" I thought he was grateful to be back at church, then he whispered, "Because we get to keep our cups!" They passed the bread in cups too, to help prevent contamination. The children each got two small cups to play with.