Called to serve in the Texas Houston South Mission as a Family History Records Preservation and Family History Specialist.
She had to report to the MTC on Labor Day, September 3rd. Just over 3 weeks to get things done... let the preparations begin! Sorting, shopping, cleaning, de-junking, fixing, packing etc, etc, etc. It was nice that all us kids were able to come home and lend a helping hand.
Shed in need of repair.
Look at that teamwork!
Good work guys!
It wasn't all work, all the kids had a great time playing!
Saturday evening was a farewell party for Mom. The weather didn't really cooperate, but plenty of people made it out to give their well wishes!
Balagna's came from Logan- such great family friends!
Jayson playing in the rain!
It was great to see Questy!
There was packing to be done, but not without a little entertainment from Jess and Ryan!
PD Warrior Sign
Sunday was the perfect day to take a few family photos!
What a good looking bunch!
Mom with all her kids!
Brent and Ashley
Dunroe Family
Ryan & Marcela & kids
Jared & Katie & kids
We were sad that Steve and the kids were unable to join us.
Sisters
Brothers... what goofballs!
Brother Pow-wow?
What?!
Take that! Ah, boys will be boys!
Arms length apart, I don't want him touching me!
Ready for the picture now!
Forget that, I love you guys!
A little too much love perhaps!
Alright, we'll cooperate and finally give you a good picture!
While everyone was taking family photos Jackson wanted nothing to do with that! Off he wandered to the pond... oops! Good thing there were so many adults around to watch him!
Cute Jayson!
Scrunch time with Aunt Katie!
Sunday evening at 8:00pm was the designated time for the setting apart. Everyone, kids and all, went. We were quite the crowd that converged on the Stake President. After visiting for a few minutes he got straight to business and gave the most beautiful blessing I think I have ever heard. The spirit was very strong and we've no doubt that those we could not see were also in that room!
Officially Sister Linton
Monday morning came quick! Everyone had to be packed up and we were out of the house by 8am. We met up with Jess at the Provo temple and had some time to snap a few pictures.
Time had come to kick her to the curb. We no longer get to go into the MTC, we pull up and are greeted by about 10 elders and 2 sisters who are there to help carry luggage and direct her where to go. She was ready and excited to go!
First picture in the MTC!
It was a wonderful weekend! It doesn't happen very often that all of us siblings get together. After we dropped Mom off at the MTC we went to Dad's grave which was the first time since his funeral (9-1/2 years ago) that all 6 kids have been there together.
We have a great time when we are together - us siblings and also the spouses and kids. Such cute nieces and nephews I have! I wish big family get togethers happened more often, but why don't we do it again in 18 months?
Best of luck Momisita! We know many people, including your own family, will be blessed through your willingness to serve. You will be a great missionary! Love you tons!
2 comments:
It was a great long weekend! :)
I am so impressed that you have your blog updated. I am the ultimate slacker and totally don't! AHHHHH..
such a great post Jules and such a great weekend. So much fun to be all together in the same place for such a wonderful cause.
Love you!
p.s. you better still come visit me. We could go and hang out at the house, Terry did invite me.. haha!!
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