Seemed sort of strange to think today was our last day before we leave. As I led singing in Church, it did seem a little odd to think that would be the last time. Then I was thinking that if I do it in the DR it will be in Spanish--and many of their hymns are different from the ones I am used to singing. Some are the same music, but of course the words are different. So, this will take a little adjustment.
Lots of wonderful hugs today! Our ward will be different probably when we return. Still there will be the warm hugs to greet us when we return and that makes me feel good!
Whenever I hear about the Spanish in the DR, I hear confirmations that it will be much faster, different phrases, dropping of endings, etc. My most common request may be to tell them to SLOW down!
The bags are nearly packed. Of course, I packed most of mine in December. but had to change out the warm scarves and sweaters for the swimsuits and cooler tops. Earl packs in lightning speed. I always ponder over it for too long!
Tonight we went to the broadcast, appropriately about missionary work. It was inspiring and encouraging. After that, we were set apart as full-time missionaries by the stake president. He had Scott stand in on the blessings and Earl also on mine. It was nice that the family could be there. The smallest future missionary didn't quite understand what was going on and reverence wasn't in his agenda. I meant to take a picture with the stake president, but we didn't get it. It was very sweet earlier today when our granddaughter, age three, said the prayer and asked for a blessing for us on our missions and for us to get our visas! I love that as a part of her prayers!
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