Yes, I believe they are there....

It's hard to say what will have been more exciting for Dad - sleeping for the 11 hours to Moscow, or the amazing service & quality of Aeroflot. Flip a coin to find out that answer. Maybe they will have served our parents the lovely little green juice concoction in those little wooden cups - does anyone else remember that? (I cant be the only one!)

On Friday they left for Russia and should have arrived in their Mission Saturday Afternoon US time, but Sunday morning to them in Russia. I know we are all looking forward to hearing confirmation of their arrival.  

We are a close knit family and this separation has been a little interesting - but, I am just so thrilled to hear their testimony. It rekindles memories of my missionary service and the joy of teaching the gospel & serving God's children.  We are blessed with wonderful parents - parents who love the Lord dearly and who have prepared themselves to be of service.  They have many skills and abilities which they share willingly and generously.  The next two years will bring continued growth to them as individuals, as a couple and I know they will be fantastic missionaries.  Their testimonies and teaching will be well used as they waste and wear out their lives in the Lord's service over the next 23 months. 

God speed, good faith and much energy to Elder & Sister Simmons.

love,

Shannon

Are they there yet?

And they're off! Our parents are finally out of the house. They are on their way to Siberia - land of a thousand icicles and frozen toes.

First stop, the MTC. Ahhh, the spacious rooms and delicious food. Oh, wait that was the vacation they took earlier this year. Whoops.  I hope they like each other and can survive on cereal and cafeteria food. And in a week and a half, they will be in Russia!

I will be burning the dvd slideshow of the open house photos I created - if you dont want a copy, let me know. Otherwise I will just give you a gratuitous copy - and you can file it away in the trusty trusty Simmons Treasure Box.  

Hope all is well for everyone!