For preparation day this week the elders thought it would be fun to do some sight seeing as they would be transferring on Wednesday and this would be their last chance on St Lucia. We agreed and decided to visit the Botanical Gardens and Sulfur Springs near the city of Soufriere, about a hour drive north of Vieux Fort. The botanical gardens are a gardeners dream come true. Plants of every kind, flowers blooming galore, and what made it even prettier was the little off and on rain showers that had everything looking so fresh. At the head of the trail is this picturesque water fall you are warned to stay out of because of it's high sulfur content. We had to enclose a picture of our favorite bead salesman we met at the entrance to the botanical gardens. Quite a friendly fellow. From the gardens we drove to the Sulfur Springs that are a result of volcanic action hundreds of years past. The water that flows from them is touted as being very beneficial for achy creaky bones and the mud from the river bed for beautiful complexions. Dora is giving it a try as a foot bath and the elders trying to improve their complexion. For results it has to dry as can be seen in the picture. As Wednesday was transfer day we drove the elders to Castries to meet their departure schedules. But before they flew out we all had to have lunch at the favorite sandwich shop of the mission. After enjoying your sandwich you then take a five minute walk to a most delectable ice cream parlor for dessert. This is where we are headed in the picture with all the elders. We are happy to have you meet Elders Ash and DeMasters, our new elders in Vieux Fort. For Pl Grove natives Lloyd and Wayne Ash are uncles once removed and LeRoy Ash his g-grandfather. Regina and Donna. Sister Faux was approached by Regina, as she browsed in the store where she works, to ask about the church. Sister Faux made enough of an impression on her that she agreed to have the elders visit with her. This was our first discussion with her and as a bonus we had her friend Donna join with us. We have high hopes for each of them. Another busy and productive week on St Lucia. Tell all hello, Love E & S Dave and Dora