Mom's Weekly Message

Dear Children,

Last Sunday, we welcomed the Kirkman's, the couple that will replace us in the office. There was an empty missionary apartment available for them so it worked out very well. They were amazed of the traffic here in Brussels. I know that they will do well in their new assignment. They had to return to The Netherlands but will be back on the 20th.

Dad has closed another apartment but it was in Mons, Belgium and he had 4 strong Elders to empty it.

This coming Tuesday, he will go to Valenciennes, St.Quentin then Boulogne-sur-Mer (France) the same day. He will not have to leave as early as he did when he went to The Netherlands because it is not as far, and that is nice.

On the 17th, we will meet with Elder Robert Oaks, President of the Europe West Area, with the Zone Leaders and on the 20th with all the French speaking missionaries. It should be a very inspiring experience.

I have started emptying the cupboards and drawers. We are ready to have 3 more boxes shipped. I got some stuff (mostly clothes) from my Mom, so I have more to send home. Time is really going by very fast.

We just came back from a talent show at the International School where Teresa was performing. She plays a duet called “Capitain” from Sousa and did an excellent job. I think that it was the best talent of the whole show.

We have a Dutch and a French Assistant who tell us about the miracles happening in their lives. I love to hear their stories and feel the Spirit. It is that special spirit that I miss when we are not on a mission.

I am eager to see the family but in the meanwhile I am still very busy at the office during the week. It should slow down after the 20th when Sister Kirkman will take over. Dad’s replacement is a handyman and his wife has been working in an office before.

It is hard to believe that we are now so close from being home. Dad is counting the days and is almost “trunky”. He is ready to go home.

Know that I love you.

Love, Mom