Monthly Archives: September 2016

A night out with the Elders

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Sometimes we get to go out with the missionaries.  Tonight we did.  It was an excellent evening.  This wonderful family LOVES the missionaries!And they had a fun ferret!

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Farewell to the Chandlers!

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

After a wonderful year of service here in the WYM, the Chandlers have decided to return home.  We are really going to miss them.  They’ve been living in Omak, helping in the Omak Ward.  We wish them well.Farewell LunchCool apple … Continue reading →

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Planning with the APs

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

APs are really good help when it comes to leftovers!  Today they came over to plan our next round of meetings and trainings.  But first we emptied the fridge and fed them.  We were saving room for a lunch date … Continue reading →

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Transfer Day in Yakima!

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Many missionaries from our local areas met at the Yakima Stake Center today.  It was one of our transfer sites.  This is where we brought all our new missionaries at 11:30.  Some met their new companions here.  Others were transported … Continue reading →

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Our New September 2016 Missionaries!

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Picking missionaries up at the airport is a lot easier than giving birth, but the results are about the same.  Our family just got larger!

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New Missionaries on Transfer Morning

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Rise and Shine at the Mission Home!  Breakfast this morning was served at 7:30.  If you are new to breakfast at the Mission Home, please go to the Mission Recipes link and learn how to make these perfect waffles and … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Crunch Cake

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

“THIS IS THE BEST PUMPKIN DESSERT I’VE EVER TASTED,” said every Elder who had some.  We all agreed.  You’ll want to try this soon. Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk 4 large eggs … Continue reading →

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New Missionaries, Evening at the Mission Home

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Here we are finishing letters home and a questionnaire that Pres Lewis and I will keep.  When each missionary they complete another questionnaire about what they’ve experienced and learned while they’ve been here.  These will be our keepsakes of each … Continue reading →

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New Missionaries Arriving 27 September 2016!

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Before our departing Elders were even through security, our new missionaries arrived!  The Changing of the Guard happened and our sadness was swallowed up in excitement as we met the next batch coming from the Provo MTC!  These are the … Continue reading →

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September 2016 Departing Group: Tuesday Morning Farewells

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

The Elders were up early on this final day of missionary life.  Reality is setting in.  They must leave us this morning.  There are a lot of emotions here in these quiet morning hours.It’s a beautiful time of year here … Continue reading →

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