Saturday evening, we went to the Christmas dinner held by the branch to which we are assigned. They are delightful people who have been very open to and supportive of us.

The lady two people to Mary's right is mostly crippled and has other challenges but she is in church every week. She works with wood and made the plaque below for us.

It is an image of the new Concepcion temple. We appreciate her thoughtfulness.

This is our first Christmas in 38 years without some or all of our children around us. We appreciated hearing of how many are seeking to keep family traditions alive.

Merry Christmas!