Only one picture would come in and isn't it wonderful. A view from the "clear window" of the temple looking down at the Sacred Grove.
Last weekend we traveled to Messena, NY which is on the northern border of NY on the St. Lawrence River. It's about 4 hours from here. We truly felt we were in the Mission Field. They had 14 people to church and four of us were missionaries. Nevertheless it was a wonderful experience and what great and faithful members they have there. They also had an investigator. We had a great time with them. We spoke in Sacrament meeting and then gave our "Come to the Palmyra Temple" presentation for Pres. Siebach, the temple president.
There were still a few beautiful colors but most were already gone. On our way home we stopped in 1000 Islands and had another look at that beautiful area.
For FHE last week we had a movie night. We saw "The Ultimate Gift". What a sweet story, we all loved it. We got to watch it on the big screen in the Visitors Center. We had a fairly busy week at the temple and were able to work in all the areas of the temple including the baptistry. What sweet experiences we have had.
Thursday we got to go over to the Waltons for a photo shoot. Brother Walton was doing a photo seminar and needed a few models. That was fun. Saturday evening we had a surprise party for us given by a dear friend, Amy Dalycus, from the Palmyra Ward. We had a great spaghetti dinner and lots of fun visiting with many people we have met here in Palmyra.
Today was our last Sunday in Palmyra. We had the Crookstons, Amsdens, and Harris' over for dinner. A great salmon dinner, which the Crookstons provided. Then we drove out to the Whitmer Farm for a last tour. We were fortunate enough to get Sis. James. She is wonderful and as many times as we have been there we heard new things. These site missionaries are just wonderful. We then made it to the Sacred Grove as it was getting dark and then to the Hill where we went into the Visitor Center. It was raining and lightening so I refused to walk up the Hill. Another time.
This will be our last blog until we get home. We leave on Friday afternoon and are heading to Utah and California. This mission has been a great blessing in our lives. We have loved it and come to love our Savior, Jesus Christ, even more. How blessed we are to have the gospel restored and in our lives. I hope we all appreciate this great blessing we have and share it with others. Love to you all.
7 comments:
Thank you, thank you for all of your weekly letter and photo blogs during your sojourn as chosen missionaries serving in the Palmyra Temple this past year and a half. We have truly enjoyed reading the blogs. We know the Palmyra Temple will miss both of you tremendously. Now we can look forward in seeing you in Camarillo in a few weeks! We wish you a safe and enjoyable drive back to your family and friends in Utah and CA. We love you for your friendship. Have a safe trip!!!
Love, Roberta and Bob G.
We thought maybe you left and we missed the end of your mission. It sounds like all went well. It is hard to leave all that you have loved and enjoyed. We are beginning to know those feeling already. We will miss you at home. Have a great time visiting and being with Kelly and boys. Your blog has been an inspiration trip for all of us to enjoy. Thank you for your diligence in providing it. Have a safe and enjoyable trip home. Our thoughts and prayers go with you. Our time here gets better every week. The weeks are flying by already. The SMs are growing in numbers and spirituality. We do alot of transporting, but is time well spent. Such a joy to have them in our home, feed them, and know how much they enjoy being away from the barracks. Many are new converts who we treasure and some are reactivated and are at another level of testimony. We try to be supportive to all. George has been so good at keeping track of them and getting them to participate.I handle the food and try to buoy them up. Sunday at dinner one fellow said, "You are just like my Gramma." What a compliment! We are going to enjoy the fall leaves in the Shenandoahs for 2 days. Hope they are as gorgeous as yours have been. We'll get some pictures. Better go, Palmyra Temple will miss your faithfulness and sweet testimonies that you have shared with so many.Have a great time wending you way home. The Grands will love having you home. Enjoy it all. Thanks for your example. We are so grateful for you and all your mission has meant to us. Your friendship is a treasure. Love and Blessings, George and Kenlyn.
Marjean, beautiful pictures, thanks for sharing. Looking forward to seeing you again very soon!
jade & debbie
HI Aunt MarJean and Uncle Paul, Can't wait to see you in Camarillo. I hope you have a safe drive home. See you in a couple weeks!! Love, Sarah and Gerry Fransen
I have so enjoyed being part of your mission through your weekly blog entries. You can get your blog published into a memory book; it would be such a wonderful keepsake for your family!
Thank you for sharing your mission with us. I hope you are having a safe trip home! We hope to see you in CA too, I will write you an email.
Becky
We look forward to having you home for how ever long you'll be with us! I will miss all your comments and photos of beautiful Palmyra and the "east" on your blog.
Have a safe journey home.
Love, Debi and John
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