Going to the temple

Our weekly trek from Brooklyn to Manhattan to the temple is quite a sight. Two fair-skinned senior citizens all dressed up Sunday best with little suitcases going on the subway, speaking not within New York accent. We are quite different from most of the other subway riders. 

Rarely do people give up their seats on the subway, but they gave up seats for both of us because we look so different and so much in need! They must've wondered what we had in those little suitcases! It is quite comical. It takes about an hour to get to the Manhattan Temple, riding three different subway trains. So far we have not gotten lost, and it's kind of a fun challenge to get there. 

Periodically someone will ask for money. Sometimes we'll give them a small amount of money, but we always include a pass along card with the money. If they will follow up on the pass along card, that will change their lives much more significantly than

a few dollar bills.

Friday was our first day as temple ordinance workers. In one six-hour shift we were able to do many different functions, some that we've only done a few times in our entire lives, or never before. There is a great need for temple workers here in New York. Most of the temple ordinance workers are full-time missionaries. We feel privileged to be part of that team doing that great work.

The temple is located in midtown New York, just across the street from the Lincoln Center. It is a great place and a great view. Broadway runs diagonally through the temple intersection.  There is a great European deli next to the temple we can get a great sandwich or bowl of soup. It is so New York!

Fridays, we know, will be the highlight of our week. We are having a great time. Healthy and strong.  We do wish Spring would get here soon.  The weather changes significantly in a few hours, so We're not sure if we're still in winter or in spring.  We think spring will win then eventually!