May 18

Days are hard!

This is not the title of a new country song. It's a reflection on how much work you can't get done during the day. We've tried several of them now, and the number of people you can find at home is extremely limited. So we're revamping our approach. Not exactly sure what form the revamp will take, but we've got to do something different. With gas prices at the high threes and low fours, chicken chasing is neither economically nor spiritually productive.

However, we DO have a commitment from one sister to come to church with us on Sunday and then have a review lesson on Monday morning. Of course, we made that teaching appointment in all enthusiasm without remembering that Mondays are preparation day. However, when I reminded Elder Quillon of that, he said, "That's OK." Great to have a committed companion! And we'll work around the teaching appointment as there are still several mundane things we need to take care of in the setting-up realm.

Two of the Elders brought by some patio furniture which had been donated by some members. Yes, folks, we have a balcony which is now populated by two chairs and a table. So we can't have guests. But we can go out and enjoy the evening air (once the evening air warms up a little bit). I realize that the last phrase is a real bummer for those of you in the East who are suffering from overly warm weather already. If you look at our weather forecast, you'll see pretty much 60s across the board for the coming week. Yes, some rain, too. But, really, 60s!!!! :-}}}

We're going out to lunch with our across-the-hall neighbors this afternoon before attending a baptism at 4:00. Looks to be a good day!

Love, me