Baptism

A pretty great week culminated with the baptism of our grandson, Harrison John Challis on October 12.  He is a good example to his sisters and little cousins who eagerly witnessed—and even to those of “riper years” who were reminded of covenants.  Hank is always quick to show gratitude.

            Among family members who gathered were our daughter, Noel, and her husband,

Darrin, who had flown out from Kansas to meet Darrin’s new granddaughter.  Wonderful to spend time with them.  After sharing so much time with Noel in Olathe, the separation has been hard. 

            Mid-week we enjoyed a happy reunion with long-time friends from Olathe, Cory and Chris Wofford. They will soon be on their way to New Zealand to serve a mission.  They will be a blessing to those they serve—the salt of the earth. We enjoyed getting caught up on Olathe news over lunch at the COB.

            An even longer-time friend from BYU days, Carl Lesueur, spent most of Saturday with us.  He came from Mesa for a celebration of 30 years of the BYU Jerusalem Center.  It was good to be reminded of the miracles leading to its establishment and to be with Carl.

            We have new zone leaders, the Stenbergs.  Right “out of the gate,” they are making some changes, so no settling down, yet. But still hoping. Blending the ideas, practices, and expectations of the two zones is challenging. 

It's autumn time!  

The Woffords--heading to New Zealand.

"I want my life to be as clean..."