For the first time since our arrival in Brazil, we watched 20 Sisters and Elders return home without having any missionaries coming to replace them. We are losing an Assistant, 3 Zone Leaders, and several Leader Sister Trainers. These are wonderful young men and women who will add tremendous strength to their home wards and stakes. We will also be losing our beloved Elder Zwick, our office stalwart, on Tuesday of this coming week as he will be sent into the field full time--we will miss him greatly but he will be a wonderful leader in the field.
We wanted to give you some idea of the highs and lows of the area in which we walk, work, and proselyte each day. Hopefully these few pictures will give you a better understanding of the contrast we experience daily.
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| This is a very common view as we walk around our ward and office area (Though the actual shot is compliments of Google!) |
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| Cindy wanted me to stick my head out of our 16th story window to give you some perspective. She did not anticipate that I would try to climb out onto the air conditioning unit:) (Editor's note - he gave me a heart attack!!!!) |
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| This picture is a little more attractive, mainly because Cindy is in it! Notice how all the building look the same-- they appear to have been built out of legos!!! |
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| This picture was taken at dust and gives you a better idea of the city's size. Since dusk occurs at about 5:30PM we get to see this type of view FREQUENTLY!! |
We are so grateful for all the love, prayers, and support in our behalf. Serving in the mission field is a wonderful and fulfilling experience. Our testimonies of the Savior and a loving Heavenly Father have grown and strengthened as we have been blessed in this very important work.
We love you all so very much!!!!!
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