Phew! I made it back to Argentina…but only with the help of my little brother. Nathan traveled with me, & I don’t know how I would’ve done it without him. Traveling that far never gets easier, but I have gotten better at taking in each moment a little more & enjoying the journey full of all it’s little surprises.
Speaking of surprises, we had a 4 hour delay in SLC which was extended by 2 hours due to an exterior decal on the plane that wasn’t positioned just right – yeah, I don’t know what that was all about. While waiting, we spotted Elder Holland at a nearby gate. This was a huge deal for us! You can read more about him HERE.
Since it was a Wednesday, there were plenty of missionaries in the airport who wanted his attention, but he found a moment to visit with us. It was amazing. He asked, “So you’re traveling to Argentina…with these two little kitties? That’s wonderful!” His enthusiasm was a boost, & he was so proud of Nathan’s recent return from the Roseville, CA mission. He thanked us for our efforts, & told Nathan to ‘keep that Roseville look about him.’ AnnMarie was so cute – she said she picked out her favorite sticker & gave it to him. She appears to be going through her selection in the picture ;)!
We had a few mishaps in Atlanta, but essentially, due to the delay in SLC, we missed our flight to Buenos Aires. Luckily, Delta Airlines gave us a free hotel voucher along with plenty of meal vouchers. It was crazy, but after 3 solid days of traveling across the world, we made it.
As for now, I’m resting, adjusting, & enjoying my little brother. I’m so happy to be with my husband again & especially grateful for the girls to have their dad back.
5 comments:
I love Elder Holland! Glad to hear you made it back safe.
That's great you're home safe and you saw Elder Holland. My favorite is Anne Marie sifting through the stickers =)
When I saw the picture I was thinking, "holy cow that is Elder Holland she is with!!!" That is crazy. He is my favorite apostle. He came here about 4 years ago for our new stake president. It was so cool to listen to him speak to our stake in Reed Arena and it was so personal. I have to admit I am a little jealous of you:) I am glad that Nathan was able to go back with you and that you made it home safely.
Wow, I opened up your blog and there larger than life is Elder Holland. What a wonderful feeling you all must have just to have been able to talk to him and feel his Spirit. He is one of my favorite speakers as well. I know you will treasure your time with him forever. I dropped by your mom and dad's the other day but even though the pickup was parked in the driveway no one answered the door. I went on down and visited with Marge and Cyp Gentillon. They still look the same as when I left. Give Nathan a big hug from me. I haven't seen him since I left Pingree so he has been on a mission and I didn't even know he was gone until you mentioned he had come back. I am so proud of him. He is such a great young man and always has been. Take care of that little family of yours....oh forgot to mention Steven (my youngest) and Melissa are expecting a little boy in July.
oh sharee! how do you do it? i thought we were brave living here away from family but you are so very brave and amazing. lets be friends?! :)
fun to run into such a special person at the airport. i'm sure you felt like you could do anything after meeting and talking with him.
talk soon!!
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