Ain't no sunshine when she's gone

Today was the last day of the convention. We feel like we have known so many of these friends for much longer than the week we have been here. And they have been working tirelessly to ensure that we are all having a wonderful time. 

To make things interesting, rain started just as we boarded the bus for the convention site.  And it was steady through most of the morning program.  Which meant that we needed to go to higher ground to avoid getting completely soaked!  It was good for the calf muscles but not ideal for Samone's cute new shoes.  At the end of the day, she said "I need someone to carry me."  But because I have had a slight earache for the past few days (rainy & windy here), I heard "I saw Katy Perry (me)."  I think we are all going to be ready for a long nap soon.  But not today!

We have met many friends from all over the US and Lithuania, Latvia, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Russia and of course Estonia.  And re-connected with many old friends as well.  So many invitations to come and visit this part of the world again - but nothing will compare to this experience.  Especially for the 51 newly baptized ones!  

Hope you are enjoying the journey with us.

Andria showing the friends where Arkansas is on the US map

Waiting for our friends to visit from around the world.  Are you coming?

Trying to connect with Hagexcha when we get to St. Petersburg later this week.

This sister and brother is here with there other 7 siblings and parents.  What an amazing legacy!

Aitah = Thank you.  Aitah Jehoova!