Seeing Darwin

This is our first day of exploring Darwin. Elder and Sister Farrer took us to see

the Wharf and the beautiful scenery. 

Definately not going swimming here!!!

Next we went to see the Fish Feeding.  Since Craig is a fisherman, this is a 

dream ! Sooo many fish.

So fun to be together and let Kimber and Craig see a little of what their aunt 

and uncle are doing on their mission in Darwin. 

Such a fun place and a great way to start the sight seeing.

You see all kinds of interesting things in Darwin.  

Darwin

After another 2 hour flight we arrived in Darwin where we took advantage of

a fun photo op at the airport!

The real crocs we will see tomorrow!

Just like it says, we are doin'Darwin!

Elder and Sister Farrer were there with a few missionaries to greet us and then

we enjoyed a great meal at their flat.  They always spoil us. Thank you Elder

and Sister Farrer.

This is an incredible group of missionaries.  They always have heaps of miracles

to share with us when we arrive.  And we always meet heaps of new

investigators. Like......

Brenda!  Sister Rooarii and Sister Reola are teaching Brenda about JEsus Christ

and she has chosen to be baptized. Here they are planning her baptism.  We

love you Brenda.

A group of missionaries with very full tummies. Thank you Elder and Sister

Farrer. Elder Taleo, Elder Duabe, Elder Smith, Elder Rivera, Elder Wilkins,

Elder Toi, Elder FarrerElder Costales, Elder Deitze, Sister Farrer, Sister Rooarii 

and Sister Reola.

President Parker soaking in every minute he can with his daughter, Kimberly.

Alice Springs

Early the next morning, Elder and Sister Tennis took us to see some real outback

land and wildlife.  It was beautiful!

We watched the kangaroos and it was an amazing sight. We even saw 3 dingos come

out of nowhere and chase a baby kangaroo.  The kangaroo are incredibly fast.  

Had no idea they could jump from rock to rock at lightning speed. 

This is Trot Hill. this was a great adventure!

Next we stopped at the Royal Flying Doctors museum.  The Royal Flying Doctors

are still in operation after many many years.  This was started when a physician

wanted to help the Aboriginal people with their medical care.  He bought a

plane and flew into the communities taking care of medical needs.  This grew

into a service provided all over theNorthern Territory with many planes and physicians

involved. A great service provided here. 

Time to check out of the hotel in Alice Springs. We always enjoy the beautiful

Aboriginal art wherever we go. Great memorable day here in Alice!

Alice Springs

Kimber and Craig are standing at our hotel next to an emu and a kangaroo

sculpted out of bushes, just like at Disneyland!

And we're off to the church for President Parker to start interviews.

Sister Maea and Sister Ma waste no time. It's really hot out there but these

valiant sisters have no fear!!!

While interviews are taking place, Elder Hale and Elder U-Fa introduce us to

a Tim-Tam Slam!  There is an art to this and we watched Elder Hale do it

first before we tried it. 

President Parker trying the Tim-Tam Slam!

Kimbers turn!Go, go, go Kimber!

Next is Craig!  You  have to LOVE chocolate to devour one of these babies!

Who doesn't love Tim-Tams?  Combined with a glass of Milo you have

a chocolate feast!  Thank you Elder Hale and Elder U-Fa for giving us

this rich cultural experience. We love you.

Alice Springs

We flew to Alice Springs with 2 of our new missionaries, Sister Maea and Elder

Hammond who are excited to meet their trainers and see their new areas.  Alice

Springs is a great place to serve and all of the missionaries want to serve here. 

I think Elder Hammond is surprised by the strength of the sun here in Alice!!

Welcome to Alice Springs Craig and Kimber.  I'd bet you never in a million

years would think you would be vacationing in Alice Springs, NT Australia!!

As always, our wonderful missionaries are here to greet us at the airport. Elder

Hammond meet your new trainer, Elder T. Johnson!!  Also with them are 

Elder Tennis, and our Alice Springs Zone Leaders, Elder Hale and Elder U-Fa. 

Love these Elders!!

Sister Maea, meet your new trainer, Sister Ma!  You are in great hands,  Also 

greeting us is Sister Tennis. Love these beautiful sister missionaries. 

Stopping to take the traditional "Welcome to Alice Springs" photo! 

Elder Hammond striking a pose!

Sister Ma and Sister Maea ready to take on Alice Springs!!

Craig and Kimber excited to see the sights of Alice Springs and meet all of the

great missionaries serving here. 

A few of the great missionaries serving in Alice Springs. Elder McClutchie, 

Elder Anderson, Elder U-Fa, Elder Hale and Elder and Sister Tennis, Sister Ma

and Sister Maea. 

Dinner together  with some great missionaries.  We love you.

Preparing new missionaries!

This is the great Elder Larkin!  This guy can do anything.  One of his many

responsibilities in this mission is to watch over the missionary bikes and 

cars.  With 125 or so missionaries that is alot of bikes and cars.We couldn't 

function without this elder and all of his skills.

Helping Elder Fepuleai get his bike ready so he can go at maximum speed

to share the Gospel.

Sister Maea is ready to roll with Sister Fanene and Sister Asera. 

Elder Larkin making sure everything is in tip top shape.

Elder Flinders taking a few of the new missionaries down to the city to do some

finding!

Elder Hamilton, Elder Baker and Elder Punou filling our new missionary, Elder

Burdge in about the way things work around the mission.

New missionaries orientation

Elder Fepuleai

Elder Christy

ElderRaiqisa

Preparing a barbeque in the rain for the Arrivers dinner! Craig, President 

Parker and Elder Larkin.

After a day of orientation its time for a delicious dinner and sharing of testimonies.

Elder Jacobson, Elder Taylor and Elder Taleo waiting to see who they will be

training.

Sister Larkin and Sister Asera getting aquainted with Sister Maea. Who will be her

new companion???