A long week...but a Sweet Trip!


Some days and even into a week this time...are hurry up and wait days...not every day in our lives is our very favorite.  Ok...so some days are just plain hard.  But, the good thing is Heavenly Father has blessed us with time on this earth and so "it came to pass..." really means that things will be better soon!  And a fresh morning or two is a gift!

And perfect timing for a trip to Porto for another Zone Conference with our Mission President and Sister Barcellos.  They gave such inspired talks and trainings on Friday.   We sure do love them!

We got there a few hours earlier than previous trips and it was so nice to see Porto in the daylight.  The rose in Grandpa's hand is a Filbert ice cream cone for me! Plus, he took me to the Lello Bookstore.  What an amazing visit!  



We met a sweet lady on the metro.  When she saw our badges, she was very excited to tell us that all of her children were members of The Church of Jesus Christ!  The time went so fast that she almost missed her stop.  

President and Sister Barcellos were wonderful!  As we think of their schedules and all they do, we have a profound gratitude for their energy, love, and goodness.  


We got home in time to see Joshua baptize Collin.  It was amazing to think of the work that Mallory and Collin have put into him researching and her sharing the gospel for the last couple of years in  high school.  We loved thinking of all of our family watching from all around the world.  Thankful for the internet!  Thankful for all of you and what that day meant to all of us.


Grandpa gave a talk about what it means to be a  true Disciple and how we all need to become closer to our Savior and follow Him better.  

Remember:  It wouldn't be a test if it wasn't one.   
and...Miracles only happen when they can't!

Ok.  Laundry to do and floors to mop...better go...
this week will be another great one! 
Love You!!!!!!!!!!!


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