Since we live so far away from family one of the best things ever is when people come to visit! We were so lucky to have my mom come in April and then Michael's sister Natalie and his parents and brothers come in May. Natalie came to visit mid-May and Mike's parents were planning on coming for Memorial day weekend but they ended up moving their trip up a weekend when Michael was called as Branch President here in Louisiana. The nice part about this was they caught the end of Natalie's trip so we were able to all be together for a couple days. We had a lot of fun visiting an alligator ranch and showing them what a true Louisiana boil was like. The weekend ended with Michael being ordained a High Priest by his Dad and set apart as the new Branch President. It was so fun to have everyone come visit and we cannot wait for our next visitors. We were very surprised when Michael was called as branch president and we are adjusting to life with him serving in that role. He is gone more at night and on Sundays but we cannot even begin to explain all of the blessings we have witnessed in our home since he was called. Somehow there seems to all the sudden be more hours in the day and we have more of a capacity and desire to serve others. We are so grateful for this challenge and opportunity to grow and learn. He is still trying to get it all figures out but we have seen his positive influence in the branch already. The Lord knows what is best for us and he always provides the way for us to follow His will.
Here are some pictures from when we had family in town!
At the alligator ranch
We love family!
Having some boiled crawfish, shrimp, and crab
After church the Sunday Michael was set apart
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