Bermuda Brief

Last Saturday was great we were at Turtlebay Beach for a baptism.  Our friend Marjeanette has patiently waited for this day when her son would join her in being a member of the LDS Church.   She has the biggest heart of anyone I know, along side her gentle nature.  We were so happy for her and Delun.  Yeah!  Another Deacon for the Branch!

"I just let God rule my life...  and all the wonders that come with it..♥ " This is a quote from a young friend of ours, I believe it a standard worth living.   Life truly can be a wonder if we put our trust in Him.    

It was with a bit of sadness that we said goodby to the "Toaster" van.  But it will see exciting days with it's new family of 5 children.  Elder Webster knowing we needed transportation until we are in to a new van, resolved it by renting a MOPED!  As you can see, the Elders didn't mind catching a ride to do service at an investigators home. You should have seen us last night.  It was a crazy day yesterday, with all kinds of unexpected issues. So we were on a dead run, as we were late for our D&C class.  We grabbed our stuff and the helmets and ran for the "MODPED".  OOPS!  One problem, I had on a straight skirt that hits just below the knee.  No time to change!  I hike the skirt and thought seriously about taking off the nametag I was so self-conscience.  Your dad of course LOVED it!  We made it just in time, with a little less dignity I might add and ever so grateful we've no picture.

Our friends Latricia and Antoine brought us a gift last night at D&C class.  It was a cup of cherries.  I've been curious about them, as I've seen them on bushy trees.  They are cute, but very sour.  They tell me that some can be sweet if picked at a different stage.  The fruit can be eaten straight from the tree and are locally used to make jam.  They have a very unique taste.

For FHE on Monday night we invited Eugene and Solessia who joined the church last winter in Canada. Also, our friend Latricia (she joined the church last year in England) and Antoine who was baptized this last July here in Bermuda.  The Elders had a few spare minutes and joined us as well.  It was fun.  We had a lesson on the priesthood and blessings, then played our favorite game of hands.  We then finished it off with "Brownie Sundays".  Good company, good message & conversation, good food it doesn't get any better than that! 

Our friend Aaron is on his way back to England, after spending a year or so here in Bermuda.  The Sunday before we had Donna, Blerta and him join us for dinner and had a little chat time before his leaving.  We and the Branch will miss Aaron! 

Every weekday, Johnny Barnes, is at Crow Lane round-about from 6-10:00 am.  He is generous with his waves, blowing kisses, and smiles to each that passes by.  His happiness is contagious, it melts your heart.  He is a reminder that here in Bermuda, you greet all that you meet.  It is the Bermudian way!  Isn't he precious!  They've even made a bronze statue to pay tribute to him......