Monday, November 11th was a "Day Off." Shasta College was closed because of Veteran's Day so we didn't have any classes. We didn't even go out to the Institute building.
Classes were back to normal on Wednesday. That evening, Nan taught about "True Love" in our p.m. Institute Class. She found several cute quotes by children ages 7-10 about love. One of our favorites was: "I'm not rushing into being in love. I'm finding fourth grade hard enough. - Regina, age 10" Pretty savy girl, that Regina. We had a few good laughs during that class.
Thursday, the 14th, found us with Elder Jones again. He is doing better each day. The day-time Institute kids stop in the library and visit with him and he works on being a "Facebook Missionary." It certainly is convenient that our Church leaders have given permission for all missionaries to use electronic devices in their work. We prepare his lunch each day he is with us and try to keep his spirits up.
On the 15th it was our turn to decide what to have for Friday Forum Luncheon. One of Kent's students was always raving about his mother's Tortellini soup. Kent asked him for the recipe and that's what we made. It was amazing!
Sunday, the 17th, was a special day for us. One of our students from last year gave her Mission Farewell talk in Red Bluff. Juanita Marple will be a great missionary. She is going to Argentina. She is so ready to go. She reports to the Provo MTC on December 4th.
On the 18th, Nan tried something different in her O.T. class. The lesson was on the book of Judges. Last week, she gave each student a series of questions for a specific judge. Using the questions as a guide, the student was to prepare a short synopsis of that judge and present it during class. The students did really well.
On the 19th and 21st Elder Jones was with us again. Nothing new to report on him. He still uses his crutches to get around but seems to be doing better with that.
Elder Stanley Ellis of the First Quorum of the Seventy toured our mission from the 17th - the 23rd. We weren't able to go to any of the Conferences because of our teaching schedule. Our Mission President understood that.
Saturday, the 23rd, we attended the annual Shasta College Symphonic Band concert. Last year one of our students and our Admin. Asst.'s son, Alex, played in the group. This year none of our students played but Alex returned. The Conductor, Dr. Larry H. Grandy, is a true music man. He chose musical numbers that were lively and entertaining. His band members range in age from 10 to 90. Anyone is invited to take a class from him at the college which also makes them part of the Band. We really enjoyed the two concerts we went to last year. This year was not a disappointment. Lively Sousa marches, Broadway numbers, a Henry Mancini piece and several classical pieces. It was a delightful evening.
The 25th and 26th we had our usual schedule of classes.
On Wednesday, the 27th, we didn't teach any classes but there were still classes at the college. We decided to treat anyone who wanted to come at noon to Little Caesar's Pizzas and a movie. One of our students who just returned from his mission in Brazil, Jessee Barnett, brought the movie "Ephraim's Rescue." We watched that. That's one thing that's on my Christmas List this year. It is a great movie.
Thanksgiving Day was quiet but that suited us just fine. We cooked a whole traditional meal: turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, sweet potatoes, cranberry salad, rolls, and pie. It was a nice day that allowed us to be thankful for many things, not the least of which was each other. We were able to FaceTime or talk on the phone with most of the children and some of the grandchildren. A perfect day.
Yesterday morning, the 30th, we attended the baptism of a family of four from Weaverville where Elder Jones serves. He was really excited. Later in the day we went to the new movie "The Christmas Candle." A tale of faith and hope - it's a nice Christmas-time movie. We splurged after the movie and went to a Chinese place for dinner.
Today, Sunday, December 1st, we went to meetings in the Anderson Stake: the Anderson Ward and Cottonwood Ward. It's always uplifting to hear testimonies.
Well, the Christmas season is upon us. Hopefully everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving Day activities and meals. We certainly did. Love to all,
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