A Birth, A death, and Life Rumbles Along

September 16th, our daughter Kira gave birth to a new grandson, Chase Rasmussen. I flew home to be with her family. It was strange being back in Florida. For one thing, it was HOT. For another thing, the cars in the states are HUGE. I don't remember them being so big. After driving our little Skoda for two years, I was shocked to see such enormous vehicles clogging the highways. That's not to say I didn't enjoy being home. I loved seeing my family and friends; and when did Walmart and Target get so much stuff?! But it is not the same when my companion is still in Prague. I missed not being with him.
Shortly after I returned to Prague, my sweet mother in law passed away. She was an amazing woman who converted her husband to the gospel, and raised 3 beautiful, intelligent, wonderful people. I will always honor her for giving birth to, and teaching my husband how to be a true Latter Day Saint. She was a saint herself. Her burial is in Brigham City, Utah next week. I would say "Rest in peace, Ruth", but I know she is already busy and happy with her beloved husband who passed away many years ago, and no doubt she is teaching the gospel. She was an exceptional teacher.