Sorry, No Pictures

If you want to see pictures, I suggest you write to Elder Monk at his new address, listed to the right, and demand to see some.

Dave has had an exciting couple months, which started with his becoming district leader in Pacoima:

"I am excited though to do the trainings for district meeting though because the person who does the training always learns the most, and so I am really hoping that my teaching skills and abilities will be greatly improved through all of these trainings. "

Dave also celebrated his 1 year anniversary on June 25, the same day as my parents' 31st anniversary!

"Happy 31st wedding anniversary Mom and Dad! June 25 was a pretty big day for both of us I guess, well maybe not as much for me. It didn't feel any different than any other day and ... Because it is so dry here and we live close to the hills, it is a serious offense to light a fire."

Elder Monk celebrated the 4th on his balcony with his companion and another set of missionaries. They had a huge BBQ and watched fireworks from the balcony. Dave also said goodbye to his mission president, President Goodrich, at the end of June. He was sad to see him leave, but has enjoyed getting to meet the new president and his wife; the Martins.

It sounds like Elder Monk was really starting to enjoy Pacoima, the people, and his district. So of course, he was transfered in the last transfer. Good thing because he said it was pretty hot on the bikes, and their shirts were soaked with sweat by mid-afternoon. Now he's in a part of Santa Clarita called Canyon Country. A wee 25 minutes away from yours truly!! Now it will be easier for me to stalk him. Just kidding.

Elder Monk also became a zone leader with the new transfer. Totally unexpected, he said.

I love hearing how Dave's testimony has grown: "The 4 1/2 months here in Pacoima were great and I grew and learned a lot from the experiences. It gave me a whole new perspective on how people live. There are so many members who have absolutely nothing; no car, no clothes, barely any food, but yet are some of the strongest and most faithful members in the ward. I will miss the ward and the members here, but am also excited for the new experience of Canyon Country."