Day 175 - Wednesday, December 21, 2016
 Preparations for Christmas Zone Conference are pretty intense.  No matter how early we start preparing, the last few days become very long and demanding.  Days are long and rest is short.  All of that being said, it is all worth it to serve our missionaries providing a rich in-field Christmas experience. The rewards are great for the work required. We don't know what we'd do without our Elders who work alongside us in the office. The box from America arrived with enough socks to gift to our Elders.  I have personally seen some of the socks that they wear.  A new pair of socks will be very much appreciated!  

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