A Rainy Day and Young Visitor

We had a rare day today when rains were falling enough that we canceled our morning walk. We heard the rain several times throughout the night, beginning about 1:30, we heard thunder and heavy rain still falling when the alarm sounded at 5:15. We still got up and started our day which gave time for a couple calls to family before heading to the office.

The Tuesday devotional today was the Area Presidency devotional, with Elder David Evans and his wife Mary as the speakers. Because of the rains the internet feed was reduced causing the video to stall frequently. The devotional which should have taken about 45 minutes stretched to about twice the time. Even with that it was worth staying for the entire devotional.

Sameth's work schedule is changing, which also led to his daughter, 7 year old Yuri changing her school schedule. With that change Yuri spent the afternoon at our office. It was such a joy to have her with us. Sister Oveson printed several color pages and worksheets. Too bad we can't get Yuri together with our granddaughter Ariana, who just turned 8. They would have so much fun! We will just miss Yuri's 8th birthday in January by just a week after we return home.

Elder Oveson was kept busy reviewing Perpetual Education Fund applications from several counties and helping Sameth with some critical emails. We know how important education is to the members in these developing nations in Asia.

The photos for today are Sister Oveson and Yuri, the trash collectors use a mat to pick up piles of garbage from the street. The holiday lights are likely because of Water Festival, but we will enjoy them as Christmas lights. And finally, the skies and clouds continue to amaze us. This week of giving thanks, we are truly thankful for the beautiful world around us.