As you see from the pictures it was the 2 tons we ended up with. There was a FHE program at their trek center that we stayed for. Richard Benedict showed the movie, Ephraim's Rescue. Brother Benedict was the older Ephraim from the movie. 
He talked of the impact the movie had on him, he bore testimony of how the Lord helped in the making of this movie and how the real Ephraim had a true gift of healing. He said everything shown in the movie was documented by 2 or more sources. One of the things that he said changed him was how Ephraim always washed his hands to be as clean and pure as he could to be a worthy instrument in God's hands. He said he didn't think he will ever be able to give another blessing without thinking of that symbolism and wash his hands first. Cool thought!
Tuesday - Had more itemized training for this weeks treks that are starting. Selby went to RCH again because the generator wasn't working (remember RCH is 1 1/4 hours away). He brought back the lawn mower because it wasn't working. The 2 couples there were frustrated that things weren't working and were happy someone came and "saved" them.
Wednesday - I helped with a deep cleaning of the kitchen and then worked on preparing next weeks schedule ( its very complicated). The cattle have been moved out this week from our site to be ready for the trekkers. Selby went out and helped scope up the hundreds of cow pies that were in the area where the kids will be. He also worked on upgrades to the Sixth Crossing Country Club.
Thursday - Selby went to RCH again, this time to convert the generator to propane to make the unit more efficient. And I mowed for 6 hours again. The first 2 groups of trekkers arrived and caused a lot of excitement with the missionaries. We have been preparing for 8 weeks for this day and now we are off and running for the next 8 weeks of trekking!
Friday we arrived at the base lookout to help keep the treks on time and help with any problems that they may have. Things went great. In the evening Selby and I were in charge of doing a vignette of Ephraim Hanks and Thisbe Read. We were both nervous (me more than Selby) but I've really realized how good Selby is at memorizing and presenting stories. I study twice as much and do half as well. All and all it was good.
Sat. - had another P-Day because of Stake Conference being held in Casper which is 2 hours from the village. We got to make phone calls and ran a few errands. Had dinner at Olive Garden with other missionaries. then went to the evening meeting. Selby was asked to speak on the subject of how people helped in his conversion. He talked of how they taught correct principles but more importantly of how they showed Christ-like love. He is so witty and spiritual at the same time. Stayed at a hotel for the night, enjoyed the long shower the next morning.
Sunday, Stake Conference was all about the youth in the church. We heard from 8 young people between 14 and 18 about how they strengthen their testimonies of Christ. One young girl shared her story of abuse from her father growing up and how she worked her way through these nightmares by focusing on her commitment to Christ. They were powerful talks. This Stake has a strong feeling of family and a great spirit. The Stake President said that the young people were great and that they needed to take responsibility for their own success in life and in the gospel.
We love our life. Selby and Cathy
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