My cousin, Ya Chen, just recently graduated with a Masters degree in journalism from the University of Iowa. Before returning to Taiwan, she decided to come to Maryland to visit us. Her visit was a total surprise for my mother and a nice surprise for the rest of us. She joined us for the Montgomery Branch 20th Reunion Celebration at the farm and all day Sunday. On Monday, we joined her in visiting Washington DC to see some of the sites. Then we finished by taking her to the Washington DC Temple. It was nice to have her visit us this weekend.
Living thousands of miles from my grandson, it is a grand honor to participate in some of his activities. So when the opportunity arose to attend one of his soccer games, we were delighted to accept the invitation. Although his team did not win, the game was not about winning but was about rewarding every member with the same rewards: a large conspicuous badge and a sumptuous frozen treat and a photo op of the team and coach. Although he did not score and at times seemed not to know what was going on, we enjoyed watching him grace the soccer field with his running around the whole field. He seemed to be saying to us to watch him, which we did with pleasure. I am proud of my grandson for trying. One day, I believe, he will be a great soccer player. But for now, he is still my favorite soccer player in America. And that's what counts. Go, Blake!

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