We have made a complete exploration of the temple grounds now -- all 32 acres of it. It's far bigger than we first imagined. We found this "Tree of Life" in a small clearing.
After an amazing walk around the grounds, we talked about a lot of "firsts" we have had in the past week or so. We were invited to our first DA (dinner appointment), when some younger sister missionaries were unable to go to dinner at the home of the Visitor Centre Directors. She invited us to come instead. We had our first days on our own after sending the Adams home on Thursday. Elder Cannon had his first chance to go teaching with the office Elders while Sister Cannon went on our first ward temple night. They schedule a separate session, just for the ward that is officiated by members of the ward. We had our first time getting lost while trying to find the grocery store. Elder Cannon had the first time rescuing the office elders when they had a dead battery. Then as they were going to get the new battery, they had a flat tire and Elder Cannon got to change a tire - all in his white shirt and tie. Sister Cannon played the piano for primary and Relief Society two weeks in a row.
This is a picture of the Adams "passing the torch" before they left for home!
We had our first time driving and forgetting to look to the right as all traffic both ways stopped for us - thank goodness! First time buzzing Elder Cannon's hair since haircuts are expensive. And we attended our first "Hi and Bye" meeting put on by the temple presidency and workers where they honor those coming or leaving and have them speak to everyone. We are looking forward to watching general conference at the visitors centre at odd times (7-9 p.m. for Saturday morning session) Sunday morning to watch Saturday afternoon session, etc. We love and appreciate the support of everyone and look forward to one day getting our first comment on this blog!
Please make sure to not get too close to the white board. A missionary picture may stick to your shirt and it will throw the Mission President off when it comes time for transfers. Be careful. Comment from Ben.
ReplyDeleteLove you Mom and Dad! I'm loving the pictures you put up although it does make everything a bit more real since it proves you aren't just in Logan anymore. Remember to lengthen your shuffle!
ReplyDeleteThis is the day!!! You have another first! This is your first comment on your blog! And who better than Nancy Jensen, who can talk a blue streak? Let me just say, I LOVED the "England London South Sister Missionaries" song so much. Tell them I am a fan. And I'm glad the London drivers are polite and didn't kill you. I hope you're having a wonderful adventure. Keep posting! I love reading about it!
ReplyDeleteYeah! I get to be the first comment on the blog! I love you guys so much and I LOVE the blog- so please keep it up. I've learned that even if there are no comments, people still love it and read it so don't worry. I love all the firsts you have experienced and your good attitude about them all! I'm glad to know that our prayers are working and keeping you safe in your car :) I can't wait to come visit you and see the beautiful temple grounds for myself. Thanks for the pictures and keep them coming!
ReplyDeleteHaha dang I wanted to be first! ;) Elder Dad looks soooooooo tall in that picture!!!
ReplyDeleteElder and Sister Cannon! I finally found your blog. We were in the MTC with you and are now in South Africa. We're, surprise, working in the mission office with two other couples. We also are assigned MLS in a 'Cluster', smaller than a branch, and takes the church to the members so they can walk to church. Such a cool concept! Look for our missionary there in our mission, Elder Williams from Lindon UT, Mandarin speaking. Tell him hello from the Allred's. We wish you a wonderful mission!
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