A text from Moses Lake



"We loved having Elder Rigby and Elder Sanchez over for dinner today.  He is doing well and is so happy.  We appreciate his friendly personality and his love for missionary work."  

 This text came from the Bergeson family in Washington- they will forever have a special place in my heart. #feedthemissionaries,  #Ilovetechnology

 This text was very much an answer to prayer.  We were extremely anxious to know where Elder Rigby was and the name of his new companion.  

 An of course I immediately googled Moses Lake to learn all about his first area as a "greenie" missionary.  Moses Lake has a population of 20,000 (10,000 less than Cedar City) 25% hispanic. July is the hottest month with temperatures reaching the high 80's.  In the winter temperatures reach of low of 20 degrees.  The coldest month is January and the wettest month is December.

 Historically the economic base of Moses Lake has been agriculture but now it includes manufacturing and technology.

 The town was named in honor of Chief Moses.  Moses was the leader of the Sinkiuse tribe from 1859-1899.  He was the first to negotiate with the white setters who entered the area in the 1880s.

 Elder Rigby's Pday is tomorrow- I can't wait to hear from him!
Thanks again to the Bergeson Family for feeding Elders Rigby and Sanchez.  I love mi hijo!




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