The Wicked Warlock from the West? Strangely, he did not descend from the sky. He swept in on his silver chariot.

Ahhhh Soooo! Dad loses his head as Carolyn celebrates. Old chinese proverb: She who laughs, lasts, and laughs best.

Stand back, women! I can't think when you all want my picture.

Celebratory ritual after completing the 32 mile saunter around the entire perimeter of Manhattan Island. And Sam had to forego the ritual, even though he completed the course with us. So, he graciously snapped the picture at South Sea Port.

New York in the spring time. Another ritual. Sunday street fairs with trinkets and food that are almost irresistible. This is Broadway, between 72nd Street and our Apartment. The Shumways attended church with us in Harlem today, leaving only one Sunday prior to their release and departure. Sadness.

The Upper West Side of New York. This hat is in fashion, street fair or not.

After a great farewell meal with Norm and Luana, we took a walk in the park, and stopped at the Chess and Checkers Hill. Go, go, go!!! Sam scored a come-from behind victory, winning 5-4. Now, who's the pawn here?

Dad is Darth-Vader Black. Sam is Snow White. Can you tell who is about to place the game-winning piece?

This has been one of the busiest Public Affairs periods of our mission, in preparation for the BYU Chamber Orchestra performance in Carnegie Hall this Wednesday, June 4. So far, we have 4o countries represented, with 12 UN Ambassadors, Senior UN Mission Staff, and 2 Consul Generals. The prognosis was that we couldn't fill Carnegie Hall's 2800 seats. But it was a sell-out from the first week, and 2000 requests for tickets are going unfilled.

The mission is a blessing to us. And we know it is a blessing to our kids as we get out of their way and let them charge forward with their lives. Love to you all!
Dad & Mom