The Awesomeness of Skype

Out of the blue today several of us kids had the opportunity to individually Skype with Mom & Dad. Mom & Dad are busy and happy. They look great too! Because we didn’t get an email from them this week, I’ll share a brief summary of my visit with them.

Mom had a fall last week and this morning while making the bed she felt an increased amount of pain in her arm. When we saw her on Skype today she had very fashionably made a semi-functional sling out of a lovely printed scarf. Jenny, our family nurse, made a long distance diagnosis that her symptoms sound muscular. However, she also advised her to get an x-ray and have the mission nurse check her out. Mom has been taking an anti-inflammatory. We are concerned and will be praying for her relief and healing. Dad is keeping a careful eye on her and helping her along. We trust he will intervene when necessary.

Mom & Dad will be watching General Conference at their Stake Center. Missionaries watch it in their native tongue. Unlike in the U.S. where satellite networks and high speed internet make it possible to listen and view Conference at home, in Chile they expect people will be attending at the church building.

Dad had his first Branch Presidency meeting this week. Last Sunday he was sustained as 2nd Counselor during the Los Lomos Branch Conference. He was not set apart as the 2nd Counselor and explained that since he is currently set apart as a full-time missionary under the Mission President, President King, he has been assigned by President King to serve as the 2nd Counselor. His branch presidency assignments will be over Sunday School, Deacons Quorum, Activities Committee, Institute and Magazines. There are several callings and assignments that need to be filled. They also set a goal to have 20 new church magazine subscriptions. Dad agreed to let us know if there are people who desire to have the magazines but do not have the means. Dad is working on a script he will use when he conducts Sacrament Meeting in 2-3 weeks!!!

Randomness: They said the weather was beautiful, cool, and early Spring is arriving. Another senior missionary couple is expected to arrive in the mission next week. For lunch Mom & Dad had treated themselves to McDonalds and tonight were having dinner at the home of Andres & Sandra Toledo Palma (Bianca’s parents). We appreciate all that Andres and his family have done to care for and love Mom & Dad.

Mom & Dad send their love to all! They would never solicit letters, so I will. Their address is listed to the right and they would LOVE to hear from each of you! Your prayers are always welcome.