The bus drives down this road every school day. I hope it doesn't slide down the mountain to the sea.
What a wonderful sight. Samonans are fia fia (happy) people.
We drove past these children. They were curious about us, yet a little apprehensive. 
Their fruits and vegetables are so fresh - banana and taro sold on the side of the road. 
This Tongan sold crafts - wood carvings, braclets, and tapa cloth of the Samoa Apia Temple.
Elder DaBell and our sweet Fijian friend, Mere. She is trying to learn the Samoan language along with us.
Our ward choir sang at the 7th Annual New Year's Day Samoa Bowl. Samoa played Australia and Hawaii. 
We waited in our white shirts and black skirts and pants until the game began. 
Fakita, on my left prepared to sing "I Am A Child of God" in Samoan and then the rest of the choir joined her in English. She has an angelic voice.
This sweet young lady just got baptized. She gave us this enormous pineapple - the largest we have ever seen, and the sweetest tasting.
These sweet ladies were enjoying themselves at the church. They ALWAYS know how to have a good time.
Look what we found under the counter at the post office. Isn't she cute? 
This is the friendly postal inspector. 'O a mai oe? (How are you?) Manuia fa'afetai (Blessed, thank you) 
These cute girls were in the back of the post office with their parents picking up packages. The cart they are sitting on was full of packages for P.O. Box 608 at Christmas time.
We went down to the beach at low tide to enjoy the tide pools.
Sami (sea) was matagofie (beautiful). This young man was out fishing for his fafaga (dinner).
Our favorite young ladies basketball team: Nu'uuli 1st Ward These young ladies in our Institute class invited us to their championship game with the instruction to wear PURPLE. We did, and they won.
Ezra and Vince are serenading us. They are quite the entertainers.
I met Bryson's mom at the PBO office. I had spoken to her on the phone, she was a delight, so I was thrilled to finally meet her in person. Bryson is amazing, and now I know why.
This handsome Samoan filled our our waybill when we sent cargo to Apia via.Polynesian Airlines. He is very neat, writing everything with a ruler.
Everyone is so friendly, even the gardeners. We went to the airport, and the Samoan in the white shirt, is a member of our church, stopped me, and chatted.
These men wove baskets from palm fronds to catch breadfruit.
Dave Fanene sang with his band for all to hear. We jog close by, and get to hear his music often. One of his favorites is Spanish Eyes.
A family on their way to the laundromat to pick up their laundry. Manaia tele.
Ella, Bro. Temple, and Isaac are having "dinner" after church, before choir practice.
This sweet lady and her daughter were outside a store. When I asked if I could take her picture, she offered me some of her lunch. This is another example of their genuine hospitality.
The neightbor girls helped us with the Samoan language.
Anandan's young ladies are sooo generous. They brought over a platter of local fruit, including a sasalapa. Have you ever had one of these? I think they were in the Garden of Eden.
Bro. Prichard and his son showed up at our house looking for someone in our ward. They are from South Jordan, Utah. It was great to see someone from home.
Our all time FAVORITE Ace employees: Maureen and Shirleen.
A beautiful Samoan woman at the hospital. I love her pulatasi (Samoan dress).
This sweet lady watched us load food on the Foi'sia (boat) to send to the missionaries on Manua.
Vili, our other sweet Fijian friend. She is ready to perform with the ward choir.
The missionaries sang us a goodnight hymn. I can't think of a better way to prepare to sleep.
We love the people we meet sitting on our wall outside our home.
The infamous Kathy and her family.
This young lady was ready for her soccer game. Doesn't she look like the young lady in "Akeelah and the Bee?"
We love Elder and Sister Streiff. Ocassionally they visit us from Apia.
Elder DaBell enjoyed his shrimp feast.
We visited our 'epikopo (bishop), his boys, and niece.
These ladies came to say good-bye to Peter, who left on his mission.
Our Filipino friends Robert, Jennifer, and Roxanne. He is our favorite tailor.
These wonderful ladies are members of our church, and came to help with the Red Cross after the tsunami. They slept on these cots with mosquito nets, in this school gymnasium.
Our Stake Peresitene (president) Tuitele and his lovely wife.
Ezra and Vince are serenading us. They are quite the entertainers. 
I met Bryson's mom at the PBO office. I had spoken to her on the phone, she was a delight, so I was thrilled to finally meet her in person. Bryson is amazing, and now I know why. 
This handsome Samoan filled our our waybill when we sent cargo to Apia via.Polynesian Airlines. He is very neat, writing everything with a ruler.
Everyone is so friendly, even the gardeners. We went to the airport, and the Samoan in the white shirt, is a member of our church, stopped me, and chatted.
These men wove baskets from palm fronds to catch breadfruit.
Dave Fanene sang with his band for all to hear. We jog close by, and get to hear his music often. One of his favorites is Spanish Eyes.
A family on their way to the laundromat to pick up their laundry. Manaia tele.
Ella, Bro. Temple, and Isaac are having "dinner" after church, before choir practice.
This sweet lady and her daughter were outside a store. When I asked if I could take her picture, she offered me some of her lunch. This is another example of their genuine hospitality. 
The neightbor girls helped us with the Samoan language.
Anandan's young ladies are sooo generous. They brought over a platter of local fruit, including a sasalapa. Have you ever had one of these? I think they were in the Garden of Eden.
Bro. Prichard and his son showed up at our house looking for someone in our ward. They are from South Jordan, Utah. It was great to see someone from home.
Our all time FAVORITE Ace employees: Maureen and Shirleen. 
A beautiful Samoan woman at the hospital. I love her pulatasi (Samoan dress).
Vili, our other sweet Fijian friend. She is ready to perform with the ward choir. 
The missionaries sang us a goodnight hymn. I can't think of a better way to prepare to sleep.
We love the people we meet sitting on our wall outside our home.
The infamous Kathy and her family. 
This young lady was ready for her soccer game. Doesn't she look like the young lady in "Akeelah and the Bee?"
We love Elder and Sister Streiff. Ocassionally they visit us from Apia. 
Elder DaBell enjoyed his shrimp feast.
We visited our 'epikopo (bishop), his boys, and niece.
These ladies came to say good-bye to Peter, who left on his mission.
Our Filipino friends Robert, Jennifer, and Roxanne. He is our favorite tailor.
These wonderful ladies are members of our church, and came to help with the Red Cross after the tsunami. They slept on these cots with mosquito nets, in this school gymnasium.
Our Stake Peresitene (president) Tuitele and his lovely wife.
3 comments:
Jeano! What a wonderful mission you guys are having. It is so fun to read and see pictures of all that you guys are doing. What an amazing experience! Love all of the cute friends you have made, you both look very happy. I am sure everyone just loves you guys! I will try and look after your cute family back home!
Our family is loving your blog. What wonderful experiences you both are having. Cole and Ben both commented that they miss "Mrs. Jean." And after seeing all your pictures, Cole said "I can't wait to go on my mission." Thanks again for your wonderful influence on my boys! I'm sure the children there love you both - as much as we do! Luv, The Van Cotts
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