This is Tuesday night. But first let's talk about yesterday. Mom and I went to Stockholm to check out the train and bus lines, schedules, and prices - plus the hotel. Just remember that buildings in downtown Stockholm are old and are not the ritze Hyatt, etc. In other words, the Queens Hotel has "character" but is very doable and is nicely located - central to many things. I'll send an email with specific things to do in preparation for coming to Stockholm. The train got us there in just 30 mins - a car is over 1 hr. We walked about town and down to Gamla Stan (the old town). We had a late lunch on a side street. It was spicey vegetarian and we still don't know really what country the recipe was from. Maybe from Pakistan.
We got back about 4 pm just in time to go shopping in the temple van with other temple workers who drive to another city to try to buy groceries, etc. and lower prices. Oh, did I say that food, etc. is very pricey is Sweden - especially for a couple of conservative like your mom and myself.
Today, a temple worker took us back into Stockholm to the immigration office to get visas. There are lots of people coming into Sweden. But mom says that she never saw homeless people when she was a kid. Apparently, the Swedish care system is being heavily strained and you see a significant number of homeless people now. We got back home after lunch. At 1pm, we went to the temple for the first time. We were set apart, shown around, and went through a session in Swedish. Yes, even me - the whole session.
Mom is calling to hit the sack. So, I'm listening. Too late! She is on her knees in prayer mode.
Good night. Dad
Mom and Dad, it was fun to talk to you the other night. I'm glad things are going well so far. Sounds like fun. Your blog is great too. Dimick told his Primary teacher that his parents were going to be gone for 6 months in Sweden so if he's already good with it, we're thinking of extending our trip. Although your apartment doesn't look like it would fit 2 extra people. Oh well. It sounded good. By the way, Siri wrote you both letters on June 13th and we'd like to send them if you have an address. We love you!
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