I know it seems the blogging has slowed a bit, but it's been a fairly kickback, relaxing weekend. We had a rainy day Saturday, only venturing out to wander around Wanda (the local mall). Lots more encounters with people stopping and gathering around to watch. A few we had to shoo away to keep from touching Maddie. No pictures this time, but we couldn't stop at all without people stopping, crowding around, and following us. Probably because we had the whole family there. I told Denise, I'd have to be in a really good mood to deal with that all day long.
Other than that though, we just kinda hung out all weekend. This morning we had church. Still no sacrament, but we did listen to one of President Uchtdorf's talks, which was really good. Two people here teaching English stopped by and ate lunch with us (both members) as well as one of Troy's US colleagues. I got the chance to spend some time with McKenna, the oldest. I painted her nails as we had some fun girl-chat, then joined her in watching Aladdin. (Forgot how much I like that movie). I'm really glad I got to spend some time with her though, one on one. She's an extremely bright, mature girl for her age, and I think she was excited to have some time to "hang-out" with just me, sans all her younger sisters around. The more I get to know these girls, especially on an individual basis, the more I love them. It's a wonderful family, and I really feel privileged to be staying with them.
On another note, you know, sometimes things happen that seem completely random and out of the blue. And even if it isn't clear why or how, you have an ever so subtle feeling that looking back, it is going to be something you really needed. Sorry, one of those things I'm going to mention without really explaining. But once again, I find myself counting my blessings.
Ps, saw a really cool quote from a friend today on faceplace..."Do not ask the Lord to guide your footsteps if you are not willing to move your feet"
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