Stephen arrived in Saipan!!! Then, about 6 hours later, Aaron arrived!! We are very excited to have them here with us. A few more days and Mike, Emily, and Andrew will be here too...we can't wait!

Jeanette, Heather, and Cindy all got pedicures. That was a fun day, once we found the shop we were looking for. We got manicures, too but I didn't take pictures of that. Don't our toes look lovely!!!

We went to Tank Beach, where there are tons of hermit crabs. This one is a teeny-tiny guy. It was fun to let them crawl around in our hands. They tickle! They move pretty fast, too.


Here is Jeanette, Heather, and Cindy at the Garapan Street Market being "Saipandas", riding on a banana boat! The Saipanda is the weird little mascot of Saipan. Don't ask what the nose is all about!



Today we went up to the top of Mt. Topachau, the highest point on the island. You can see the entire island from up there! You can also see the island of Tinian, which is about 3 miles south. You can't see it in the picture but it is behind us. In the picture...Stephen, Jeanette, Cindy, aaron, and Heather.

This picture is Heather and Dad, in a Saipan Department Store. They actually sell, and forgive the word, "butt" enhancers! Heather thought it was pretty funny, J. just thought it was embarassing!
Yea!!! Jeanette finally arrived. This is her at the airport, at 1:40 am. We are happy to have her here and can't wait for the boys to arrive this next week, then Mike and Emily, and Andrew the week after.

Today is Sunday and we spent a nice morning at church. The Saipan Branch is very strong. It is humbling to me to hear the testimonies of the people here. Most of them have experienced trials in the extreme and have sacrificed so much to remain faithful to the church. We are uplifted and strengthened every time we here them speak! I think we too often take for granted how easy we have it, living in the "heart of Mormondom" and having things come so easy for us.

Amazing Saipan Sunset!

We spent last night just walking along the beach and watching the sunset. It was one of the most relaxing evenings we have had in a very long time! I just had to post some pictures to share with everyone. It really was this beautiful!!