06 June 2010 Sunday
Thursday morning arrived all too soon this week as that is the day our grandchildren, Ceci, Tanner, and Connor departed for home. We really enjoyed our week with them, spending a day in Castries, part of a day at the Anse Chastanet Resort near Soufriere snorkeling, and a lot of time at Sandy Beach in Vieux Fort playing in the ocean. One evening Connor, Tanner, and Elder Faux went with Elders Brenkmann and Bowles to present a discussion to Dane who lives in Piaye-about five miles north. We had a good evening and Elder Faux was impressed with the way future missionary Connor and returned missionary Tanner participated in the discussion. It was also pleasing in that without anything being said Connor and Tanner dressed in their white shirts and ties for this visit. They looked the part. We are happy they took the time to come and visit with us and hope they enjoyed St Lucia and their stay with us. Another interesting experience this week. After district meeting on Tuesday Elder and Sister Treseder stopped at the Super J’s Market in Vieux Fort before returning to Castries. As Elder Faux said his goodbyes to them and went to exit the store he met Pastor Brock, a Baptist minister, from Georgia, whom we have become acquainted with. In the course of our visiting he mentioned his 14 year old daughter is causing the family problems with her high and low mood swings and wondering if Elder Faux had any sage advice to give. “Sounds like hormones might be starting to kick in”, was his best. For some reason Elder Faux felt inclined to introduce him to Elder Treseder-which he did. Pastor Brock in turn started to relate to Elder Treseder what he had been telling Elder Faux and Elder Tresder picked right up on it. Unbeknown to Elder Faux, Elder Treseder has a master’s degree in counseling and this was right up his alley. They visited for quite a few minutes with Elder Treseder telling him he would be willing to sit with her, or the whole family, and see if he could help with the problem if they so desired. To make a long story short Pastor Brock called Elder Treseder later in the day and made an appointment to meet with him Wednesday afternoon at the Castries church (LDS). Elder Treseder reported they had a nice visit and he felt all went convincingly well, and hopefully they may meet another time or two. Pastor and Mrs. Brock have four daughters named, fittingly enough, Charity, Faith, Hope, and Grace. Elder and Sister Treseder also said before departing they had their daughters, and a younger son, sing a song for them in beautiful four part harmony.
Sister Faux: We had a wonderful busy week until early Thursday morning when our grandchildren left to return home. After that the days became very regular-the apartment feeling a little empty after so much activity. We were busy about every minute while the grandchildren were here; no matter the plan for the day we still went to the ocean/beach each day and had a great time. You may think I am bragging but they were very kind and nice to us, each other, and everyone they met. What a great way to enjoy our family. I wish every grandchild could come to visit us. After they left, and the bucket of sand was swept out of the house, I then started once again on all the sewing I need to do. I tailored four more shirts, I think that is about 30 I have tailored, some remodeling of members clothes, and now I am sewing aprons once again for the fathers in the branch for Father’s Day gifts. I know they have never had a Father’s Day gift at the church before so it should be fun. I only need to make about seven but will make eight, as one husband wants to be a father. I think we talked about our Branch President traveling to England to be with his wife as she expects their second baby. We sort of wondered how church would go when he is not here. As is turned out Brother Hippolyte conducted today and did a very nice job and all went well. We were there a little over six hours, with correlation and training meetings after church, and so bushed by the time we returned home. This evening we went out to Evans and Betherlie’s but he was at work and she was at her cousins. When we stopped and opened the car door a zillion mosquitoes flew in the car, it was terrible. While Ceci was here she had about 29 bites in about one night. I tell you she is sweet! Mosquitoes are always on the rampage! It is trying to be the rainy season and maybe that is why they are so bad. It rains often or every few days, usually does not last long but is keeping things green. Hurricane season started the first of June and ends up in November. They have not had a real hurricane here for several years or so I am told. One thing I need to catch a picture of is natives walking around with big bundles on their heads. Big bags of coconuts and I saw a lady carrying a case of soda pop on her head, and many other things. Just need a picture.
Our elders are doing well, still finding people to teach and praying for baptisms. Tonight at 1:45 am they are all going fishing. President Nicolas left his poles for them to use, so they are excited about that. Elder Faux is the driver so he will report on how the fishing goes. Well that is about it for tonight, as I am sitting here typing there is a big jazz festival going on in the neighborhood. Very loud Caribbean music- just might put me to sleep. Our time here is getting short and we still have many things to do so will probably be rather busy. July 23 is our departure date. Our day to speak at church is July 25. Sounds exciting to me!! Sister Faux & Elder Faux