Wednesday, August 7, 2013

August 7, 2013


Ottavio Caruso, who's serving in London right now. One of the coolest conversion stories I've ever heard, best kids on the planet...I absolutely love him. All the missionaries who served in Rome do.


Romanians don't smile in pictures?



Baptism! Istovan (Stefano) Kovacs.



Anziano Peachey! I think he lives next door to Kristen Hale?


Goodbye Taranto.


''A what-yard?''
''A vineyard. It's where you grow grapes. To make wine.''




Rhome!
It was so good to be back. I love this city.





Sorella Christensen's going home next transfer! What in the world.



Seven hour train ride back from Rome. Seeing all of the little towns on the way, the countryside, acres and acres of vineyards (grape season!)...it was a dream. 


Our ward mission leader, Andrea Di Pietro. He's going to Salt Lake next month, thinking of moving there with his family and opening a pizzeria. We ate so much that day.


Lungo Mare. This is Taranto.







Ponte Girevole. Castello Aragonese




President Waddoups


The people I've met here...I'll never forget them. I've learned so much and just feel so indebted for all the experiences I've had. Heavenly Father's love for us is unparalleled.