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October Snow in Maryland!

The first snowfall of this winter came early on October 29.  It was the earliest snow in Maryland for many years.  Very little snow fell, but it sure cause a lot of excitement for a short period of time.

Return of Elder Tsai

On October 5, Jonathan returned home after serving two years in the Australia Melbourne Chinese Speaking Mission. We were so excited to meet him that we canceled all of our prior engagements that night, so that we could pick him up at the airport. Dinner was happily eaten in the car on the way to the home of President Harrison, where he was finally released by the same person who set him apart him as a full-time missionary two years ago. Although it was a difficult transition to accept for the diligent missionary, all good things must come to an end. On the other hand, after one door is closed, God opens another door. The new prospects are ahead for Jonathan. The following Sunday, Jonathan reported on his mission to the stake council in front of the stake presidency. That afternoon, after church services, a branch homecoming fireside was held in his honor. At 4pm, members came into the cultural hall, enjoyed some crackers and cheese, talked with him, and enjoyed a