The Hong Kong Harbor lights are beautiful at 8:00 each night. Our temperatures hover around 70 degrees at that time and we enjoy walking along the promenade as we watch the show.
Keyboarding class: These sisters are delightful. Many have studied piano keyboarding for a few years, others are beginners. I appreciate their dedication. They really work at learning every aspect of the course. Musical abilities among the students range from natural musician to tone deaf with fingers that refuse to touch the right notes. Everyone earns an "A" for hard work and effort.
Keyboarding students begin by completing the chorister course first. Truthfully, there are more capable choristers in the branches here than I've seen in any ward. Most of the students are Philippine working as domestic helpers in Hong Kong. They schedule classes on their one day off each week. They are amazing!
Last week we participated in the Everyday Branch. We were the Sacrament meeting speakers Tuesday through Friday. The branch groups range in size from 12 to 20. We also provided the musical number, a Christmas piano duet. The spirit in that small chapel was radiant. I was moved to tears constantly. We've witnessed what it means to be truly humble. It was our honor to be in their presence each day.
Jocelyn, a marvelous sister in our branch, departed for California to marry her fiance. Best wishes!
We finally met the famous Elder Finklea from our own Santa Clara Heights Stake. He sings with the missionary choir. Their Christmas program was outstanding. The Elders who accompany the choir could perform an entire concert on their own. The talent these young missionaries possess is inspiring.
Rick stand in front of this beautiful poinsettia display. The Church Office Building is in the background (the one with the steeple on top).
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