First missionary post – after only 8 days

It started in Provo the MTC way
Instead of five days, we only stayed two,
But learned lots of things that we knew were true
The character of Christ was Elder Bednar’s tone,
And we learned there’s no growth in one’s comfort zone.
Steve and Steph took us to the airport for an overnight flight,
LeAnn and boys in Atlanta to make going light.
First thing in the morning the pick up was made
Full day at the office, dropped at the end of the day.
The weekend was crazy, so many to meet
The city is beautiful, the people so neat.
You greet with a hug and a kiss on the cheek
Everybody is helpful, and the food’s quite a treat!
They turned the car keys over for me for drive
It’s a miracle after that we’re still alive!
It will take a while for us to figure it out,
But meantime, we’re happy, no reason to pout!
Our apartment is nice, but the kitchen is small,
We’ll get to invent some new cooking, that’s all.
Helen’s amazing and patient with the language down here,
And there’s a lot I’ve forgotten, but we’ll get it – don’t fear.
We miss all our family, and our friends that so dear,
But we know without doubt that we’re supposed to be here.
We leave with a testimony strong and so true
The gospel can make such a difference to you!
Love,
Elder Ron and Helen Dalby

Mission Training Center in Provo, Utah

Atlanta airport...here we come Buenos Aires!

Figuring out the washing machine
Dinner with missionaries in Argentina