November 11, 2013

The top photo is of a Tienda that we pass by on one of our walking routes. On occasion we stop and purchase 4 tortillas right off the grill. They will cost 13 cents. Locales buy these by the dozens to eat with virtually every meal they eat. Elder Pitcher likes to smear them with honey and then pound them down. The girl cooking was so very shy. She did not want her picture taken, but notice her skirt. It is made of typical fabric.
Every other week at the CCM, a vendor comes to sell the missionaries scripture covers, ties, etc. The missionaries are not allowed to go outside the CCM to purchase these items, so they buy the items through the wrought iron fence. It is now referred to as the Jail Store. The building in the background is the CCM. They are going through some major remodeling. However, the teaching and learning still goes on. The missionaries are amazing!
This classic Land Rover is probably from the early 70's and is definitely a clean one-owner. As nice as it looks it definitely would not be able to replace our 1978 Golden Eagle Jeep.
Yesterday we had the annual Temple workers' devotional. It was held at a church building in the city. The Temple Presidency spoke and we were able to meet many of their spouses. Great people work at the Temple!
Elder Pitcher had an interesting experience today. Our taxi driver called on Saturday to ask for Elder Pitcher's help. A lady client of his had passed away and her step-son was flying in today from LA and couldn't speak any Spanish. Since the step-son is the executor of her estate, there was quite a lot that needed to be explained. It turned out the lady that passed away was from Belgium. She and her husband had come to Guatemala many years ago, fell in love with the country, and decided to live here permanently. Elder Pitcher has offered his services if they need him, so the story may not end yet.
We hear that we are entering into the dry season here. Last night we were talking to Hermana Galvez, the wife of the second counselor in the Temple Presidency. They are natives. We wanted to know what season we are in. She hesitated, then replied, "The season before Christmas!" So now we know that the seasons are, winter, summer, and the season before Christmas!
We hope you have not skipped the Thanksgiving season and are thinking about the things you are thankful for. We certainly are and at the top of the list is all of you!