August 23-25, 2011

Good News! Driving is getting easier and we seem to take it more in stride. Dad handles the trucks and busy highway with confidence and even a few tricky moves himself.

We went to our 3 branches and taught our regular classes. The Mitini Branch seems to have really taken hold of the temple lessons and all of the keyboard classes are growing. With so many at a keyboard, no one is really getting a good turn and it’s frustrating to all. I’m not sure how to handle it. I really need two sessions in most of the branches.

Wednesday a new couple came in from Washington. We had a missionary couples dinner for them last night and they went with us to Kymbeke today. They are very sleepy and tired and trying to adjust to so much. They will leave on another plane Saturday for Tanzania, where there are 2 more couples. Tomorrow we go to Ilima Branch. I always have to say an extra prayer when we go there because the road is very steep, narrow, and has deep gullies. It is sure wonderful once we get there.

We are missing so many birthdays this month. We wish you a hugs and kisses and a wonderful day!

Josephine and John, member 2 years and getting ready to go to the temple.

A man mixing cement by hand. They really do work harder not smarter. Weaver Bird nests in the trees they look like big hair-balls.

On the road to Kilili Branch, cart with iron wheels. Missionaries new home in Kilili. They haven't had missionaries for many years.