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Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
May 12, 2015
All the missionaries went to the Payson Utah Temple open house today. It was breathtaking. beautiful building. One of the guides there, was on this mission last year. She said that there were 22,500 people go through there Saturday alone! Talk about organization. We went to the nearby church and had a video about the meaning of Temples and why we build them. and then they lead about 30 people at a time through. The Celestial room was exquisite ! I really have never seen a more beautiful building.
we then had lunch at the Temple and then went through a session at the Jordan River Temple. Elder Petersen and I were married there for time and eternity January 26, 1982 with six of our children. Robert and Sarah were born under the covenant. That was a special day. I still remember Lynette was my escort and Fraser was Elder Petersen's. Very special. I am beginning to get the spirit of this mission. Now if my leg will just cooperate, i would be so happy!
On our way home, we stopped by Robert and Melanie's and surprised the girls. we gave them a small replica of a handcart. It was wonderful to see them. Such cute girls. Both are getting very long hair. Love our grandkids and miss them. Tyler's kids called me on Mothers day and sang me a mothers day song. I then talked to each one of the kids. even Liesel.
Sunday the 10th of May we made another jaunt to Randolph, Wyoming. We found Wilford Woodruff's home. Beautiful place, but I understand it get's really cold in the winder.
Just so all my children know, you can call us any time. It's not like when the boys served. so give us a call so we can talk to yoi.
Love you all so miuch!
Mom/ Sister Petersen
All the missionaries went to the Payson Utah Temple open house today. It was breathtaking. beautiful building. One of the guides there, was on this mission last year. She said that there were 22,500 people go through there Saturday alone! Talk about organization. We went to the nearby church and had a video about the meaning of Temples and why we build them. and then they lead about 30 people at a time through. The Celestial room was exquisite ! I really have never seen a more beautiful building.
we then had lunch at the Temple and then went through a session at the Jordan River Temple. Elder Petersen and I were married there for time and eternity January 26, 1982 with six of our children. Robert and Sarah were born under the covenant. That was a special day. I still remember Lynette was my escort and Fraser was Elder Petersen's. Very special. I am beginning to get the spirit of this mission. Now if my leg will just cooperate, i would be so happy!
On our way home, we stopped by Robert and Melanie's and surprised the girls. we gave them a small replica of a handcart. It was wonderful to see them. Such cute girls. Both are getting very long hair. Love our grandkids and miss them. Tyler's kids called me on Mothers day and sang me a mothers day song. I then talked to each one of the kids. even Liesel.
Sunday the 10th of May we made another jaunt to Randolph, Wyoming. We found Wilford Woodruff's home. Beautiful place, but I understand it get's really cold in the winder.
Just so all my children know, you can call us any time. It's not like when the boys served. so give us a call so we can talk to yoi.
Love you all so miuch!
Mom/ Sister Petersen
Saturday, May 9, 2015
May 9, 2015
We woke up to snow this morning! and it has been snowing all day! I guess that is May in Wyoming!
It is so beautiful here though. We took a drive last Sunday and headed East of Evanston. Absolutely breathtaking!
so we tied 3 quilts to donate to the humanitarian effort. Since tomorrow is Mother's day we are having a turkey and we all go into the Sunday dinners and i of course made Gramma Moody's dressing.
Just wanted to talk about my mother at this point. She was a fun mom and a fantastic cook. I loved her dressing, cornbread,fried chicken, carmel popcorn balls, chilli, chocolate cake and so many other meals. She was very civic minded and patriotic. She told me once that she wore a pokadot dress the first time she voted. She totally dressed up to go vote. She was thrilled that she was old enough. She taught me to respect my country and love the servicemen that fought for our freedom. I would watch her always volunteering in so many places. She was a great example to me of service. I miss her. Happy Mothers Day Mom
I am also so proud of my daughters and daughter in laws. What great Mothers. Thanks for being so loving and kind to your children. We love our grandchildren and think and pray for them every day. We sure love you all!!! Hope you lovely ladies have a wonderful day!!!
We woke up to snow this morning! and it has been snowing all day! I guess that is May in Wyoming!
It is so beautiful here though. We took a drive last Sunday and headed East of Evanston. Absolutely breathtaking!
so we tied 3 quilts to donate to the humanitarian effort. Since tomorrow is Mother's day we are having a turkey and we all go into the Sunday dinners and i of course made Gramma Moody's dressing.
Just wanted to talk about my mother at this point. She was a fun mom and a fantastic cook. I loved her dressing, cornbread,fried chicken, carmel popcorn balls, chilli, chocolate cake and so many other meals. She was very civic minded and patriotic. She told me once that she wore a pokadot dress the first time she voted. She totally dressed up to go vote. She was thrilled that she was old enough. She taught me to respect my country and love the servicemen that fought for our freedom. I would watch her always volunteering in so many places. She was a great example to me of service. I miss her. Happy Mothers Day Mom
I am also so proud of my daughters and daughter in laws. What great Mothers. Thanks for being so loving and kind to your children. We love our grandchildren and think and pray for them every day. We sure love you all!!! Hope you lovely ladies have a wonderful day!!!
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
May 4, 2015
Went to a sports injury doctor today. I have been having so much trouble with my back and leg and have not been much use around the mission. We are trying to get ready for the treks. such as repairing and building new handcarts and porta pottys. This is a very physical mission and I was worried I wouldn't be in any condition to even help at all this summer. The Trek director here, Brother Cowen , fell off his trailer stairs last year and told me of a doctor in Provo that really helped him alot. I couldn't go to Tyler, so i just decided to find out what is wrong with me. After 4 xrays and consulting with him, he told me that I have injured my sciatic nerve. He gave me two cortisone shots and sent me home with some anti-inflamatory meds and some muscle relaxants. I feel alot better, but have to take it easy or I could have damage all of my life. So i am doing my wash today. ( May 5) All I got to say is under any circumstances do not fall off of a ladder!!!!
Other than that, all is good. Starting to getting used to being here and really hoping I can fulfill this mission as it is way hard! I'm sure all missionaries feel this way. We are a very spoiled society. But I'm thankful for the time I was born. The gospel is true, I know it!
Went to a sports injury doctor today. I have been having so much trouble with my back and leg and have not been much use around the mission. We are trying to get ready for the treks. such as repairing and building new handcarts and porta pottys. This is a very physical mission and I was worried I wouldn't be in any condition to even help at all this summer. The Trek director here, Brother Cowen , fell off his trailer stairs last year and told me of a doctor in Provo that really helped him alot. I couldn't go to Tyler, so i just decided to find out what is wrong with me. After 4 xrays and consulting with him, he told me that I have injured my sciatic nerve. He gave me two cortisone shots and sent me home with some anti-inflamatory meds and some muscle relaxants. I feel alot better, but have to take it easy or I could have damage all of my life. So i am doing my wash today. ( May 5) All I got to say is under any circumstances do not fall off of a ladder!!!!
Other than that, all is good. Starting to getting used to being here and really hoping I can fulfill this mission as it is way hard! I'm sure all missionaries feel this way. We are a very spoiled society. But I'm thankful for the time I was born. The gospel is true, I know it!
Saturday, May 2, 2015
Today has been a good day! Simply because i have been able to go on some trek trails and try to figure some things out. I'm not hurting as much and that has made all the difference. I think it's going to be very challenging, but also very satisfying. It is such a beautiful ranch with so many beautiful areas. WE had a group from Payson come this morning to look the trek over for their group. The trail boss had been on 7 treks to Martin's Cove. He told us this trek has alot more hills , but he thought it was beautiful here. All in all, I have had a great day. Elder Petersen is out on another excursion checking on another trek route. He is in his element. :) When I think of those brave pioneers and all they went through for the gospel's sake, it just makes me know that because of their faith and fortitude, we have what we do today. That is the reason for the treks. To help this generation know about sacrifice and obedience. It is such a testimony to me of the truthfulness of the gospel. I love those pioneers and it has been so wonderful to learn about the great effort they have all made. The Gospel is true and I am thankful today to be part of it.
Sister Petersen
Sister Petersen
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