Day Two. Things to Do and Things not to Do.

This is what you do:

So when a missionary returns home, it is time to catch up with family and friends: sisters, and brothers-in-law, and friends, and other missionaries that served in other missions.

And this is what you do:

It is also time to help your brothers in a small service project for a neighbor. A little cut and trim for a new mother in our Ward, and then on to the regular lawns that they cut and maintain for money, and our yard too, just for good measure.

This is what you don't do:

When you are obedient to your parents, and not ride motorcycles on the streets before your mission, you learn good lessons and have all the health you need to serve the Lord. When you do not listen to the whisperings of the Spirit, and you ride motorcycles on the street, you learn different lessons and loose some blessings (like skin on your knuckles and elbows).

This is why we don't ride motorcycles on the street. Especially without proper riding gear and protection. We got him all cleaned up, and bandaged up, and with a few tears of sadness, we rejoice the damage was not worse. We all shared in the event, even the bike owners. After running to the store to get enough bandages, two families sat down to share some emotions and some Texas Sheet Cake. As we say in Canada, "At the end of the day, it is all good."
And this is what you do when you have brothers:

What is life without a little fun along the way? The scrapes and bruises will heal, and we will talk about this event for years to come. We are very grateful to have Jacob home.

Hugs and Kisses,

Alan and Michelle