And the moral of the story is.... Don't let your bag out of sight!

O.K. everyone,  I don't usually do this, but this e-mail needs a little explaining.  Last Thursday Elder Lyons was on the train on his way to do his legality when his bag was stolen.  All of his personal documents were in the bag.  Definitely an "OH, crap" moment. The mission home called to tell me what had happened and my first thought when I heard who was on the line was, he's had a pancreatitis attack and is in the hospital.  I was greatly relieved to know it was just a stolen bag.  Although the paper work is a pain, I am glad it is possible to get it all taken care of while he is there. The lesson he learned, NEVER LET YOUR HANDS OFF YOUR BAG WHILE ON A CROWDED TRAIN!!

    On a more positive note, for you family and friends who have not heard, Chris has been called to serve in the Winnipeg, Canada mission.  He reports Jan. 25th.  He is very excited.  Love ya all, Cyndie

    Well... This e-mail is not going to be the longest of e-mails.  Basically, the sum up of the week is:   I have been running back and forth  between France and Belgium trying to figure out how to solve the problem of having my "identity stolen. "    Long story short, is that missionary work unfortunately took a little bit of a stand still.   Not having a phone also makes things complicated.  We somehow managed to fix a meeting at the US embassy in Brussels this Wednesday after calling them and making personal visits and everything.....(very time consuming btw) and after all the hassle to finally get in they tell me that I have to fix an appointment online.  I can't do it by phone or in person (beings we were already there!)    If you couldn't tell, I was a little frustrated.  I am not to worried and I think everything will work out, but the thing that bothers me the most is how much time it takes away from working!!!!!!

     I am super happy to hear that Chris is soon to be going on his mish!!! Canada! Well that's kinda like France heehee! Man that will be super tight!

     Well I am sorry but I really am exhausted.    I  have not slept hardly at all the past few nights due to all the travel.  I am going to have to stop here.  Know that I am super grateful for all that you have done for me.  I know that loads of you have sacrificed time and money so that I could be out here.  More importantly, your love gives me the energy and drive to keep on chugging even when I don't feel like it! Your awesome and I will do my best to send some letters soon!

 

Elder Lyons