Our First Zone Conference

We drove to Grants Pass bright and early on. Tuesday morning for our first zone conference. We didn't know what to expect, but enjoyed it immensely. We were taught by President and Sister Russel as well as the zone leaders. We were so impressed at the quality of these young elders and sisters. We came away spiritually fed, lifted, and encouraged. It was a great day!

Home made Bread

As missionaries we have discovered that it never hurts to bring a loaf of fresh, home made bread with us when visiting less active members. Who wouldn't want that? We were told at the MTC that bread, or cookies always help warm people up. It's true! We've tried it and it works. We need to start buying giant bags of flour at Costco. I have a feeling we're going to be using a lot of it!

Getting together

Our mission President and his wife invited us along with three other couples who serve in the Oregon Eugene mission office over for a barbeque. It was nice to meet them and spend time in a casual setting. All great people.

Scheduled

Our calendar is filling up fast with district meetings, visits with members, and classes. We made sure to schedule a Friday night date for ourselves. Busy missionaries are happy missionaries.

Liege waffle treat :-)

On our way home from the mission office we stopped at a favorite place called "Off the Waffle". Rob had a strawberry and chocolate waffle and mine was pear, Brie, and caramelized onions with a balsamic glaze reduction. Whoa! Such an indulgent treat!

Our Assignment

We reported to the Oregon Eugene mission office and met with President and Sister Russel. After President Russel reviewed policies and procedures of the mission with us he asked us to serve in the Winston Ward! We were happy about that assignment. That ward is about 12 miles from us. We know several people there already and look forward to meeting lots of new friends. Can't wait to get started!

Bonus

While in Utah we got to visit these guys! One afternoon we attended Max's first baseball game. It was about 98 degrees in the shade. Fun to watch Max and hang out with Hank, Ben, Joey, and Rocky. (Courtney and Aaron too!)  It's always good for this Nana's heart to spend time with precious grandkids.