We got our first big snow storm today and it was quite a storm. I looked out the window at church and it was not only snowing, but the wind was blowing the snow all over. I really do understand now about those coat closets in churches---people actually use them! It is super cold here, but so gorgeous. It felt like Christmas morning when we woke up this morning and looked out our bedroom window and saw everything covered in a blanket of snow. (I worried for the little squirrel I saw clawing at the snow covered ground looking for something to eat.)
We had another baptism in our ward after church today and we also had one last Saturday--two really wonderful young people. The ward mission leader organized both baptisms and they were so well organized and very spiritual.
The young people in the ward never cease to amaze me. Today the elder's quorum president so gingerly helped a new deacon pass the sacrament for the first time. It was touching to watch as the new deacon is completely blind. We have another student who is blind in our ward and everyone is so helpful to her as well. Her name is Jo and she lives in the apartment here in the Living Center and lives independently. Our dear friend Michelle, who is a student here at MSU, told Jo that she would give her a ride to the airport in Detroit. Thinking it over, Michelle realized it would probably cost her about $40 dollars to take Jo to the airport with gas and lunch not to mention the time it would take and the hassle of the airport. (Michelle works at a local convenience store so I am sure money is tight.) Michelle found out that she could get a shuttle for Jo which would only cost $30, which Michelle paid for it. She didn't stop there. Michelle then called the airport to make sure someone would be available to assist Jo with checking in etc. when she arrived at the airport. What a dear sweet person Michelle is and Craig always says she reminds him of our Heather. These young people continue to teach us a lot about being Christlike. We are looking forward to a wonderful holiday season.
Here in San Diego it is 63 degrees and wet at 1:30PM PST. Your snow there is just the way I like it, ... a long ways away (smile). But it looks beautiful in a picture. Love your posts. Sincerely, your old friend George Piper
ReplyDeleteP.S. If it's clear there you may be able to see the eclipse tonight.