Wash Day

Today was a sunny day to hang clothes out so I took advantage of it. This is outside our back door. We have a washer in our apartment but no dryer. This is considered the rainy season so most of the time we hang clothes all over the apartment to dry.

Farewell and welcome dinner

The couple we are replacing (Tanner's) had a farewell dinner. It was also a welcoming dinner for us. It was also the best food money could buy in Guyana. For 16 people it cost $48,000. There are 200 Guyanse dollars to every American dollar. Figure it out.

Can you see the baby

We were at the ocean the other day and a bunch of monkeys came out of the tree. One of them landed on top of my head and shoulders. This is a picture of a mother with a young monkey on her back. They were very friendly and seemed very clean. Tourists give them lots of fruit.

Little boys room

Here is a picture of the little boys room at the day care center. I'll bet there is a mess to clean up after all the little boys get through.

Day care center in the Dominican Republic

This day care center which received many things from the Church has over 150 beds for the kids while their mothers work. A lot of the children have mothers that work the street.

Santo Domingo

This is the LDS Church we attended in a very small village outside of Santo Domingo. The service was very loud because of the traffic in front of the building.

MTC

This is a picture of us in the MTC.

Today was the big day! Yes it is official, Elder and Sister Whitehead are currently living at the MTC. Elder Whitehead was so excited that both Cameron and I got the feeling he wanted us to leave promptly so he could go and investigate. (Does that surprise you?) Sister Whitehead however was more relaxed and happy to be spending time with the family. The atmosphere at the MTC was so relaxed and calm, not like when a young Elder or Sister arrives at the MTC. We were able to see the accommodations set up for them. "The little dorm room". You should have seen Sister Whitehead's eyes when she saw her new home! That was priceless!! Hopefully they are now all unpacked and thoroughly enjoying the first day of their mission. Elder Whitehead was a true joy to watch, because he was so eager and excited to put on his name tag and represent the church. Cameron and I are very grateful to have shared this experience with them. God be with you till we meet again Grandma & Grandpa ! We love you- Amy & family

(Ok, ok, I will try and let Vince post something himself after this, since his personal photographer is not longer near by. )

Missionary Training Center (MTC)