Russians Honor Women

Women's Day is second only to New Year's Day in importance.  Friday saw the flower  shop below our office absolutely bursting with business all day.  Cars were parked all up and down several blocks.  That seemed to  be the day for honoring women in the  workforce.  Bro. Semenov, our boss was not able to be in the office that day but I found a bouquet of roses on my desk that he had delivered Thursday evening.

Saturday was the fun day.  The men in the Rechnoy Ward organized a real extravaganza.  The women and girls were formally seated, treated to a short Russian movie and a beautiful buffet dinner, followed by a well organized, very funny program.

Five women were selected for each of the quiz teams.  They were given "stumper" questions and rated on the answers.  

Relays followed.    Magic tricks and beautiful musical numbers.  Lots of fun.

Sunday the sisters in each ward were honored in various ways.  Our Zelenograd Ward Priesthood holders crowded into the  Relief Society room bearing amazing pastries and serenading the women with "Love One Another".  Elder Pierson was amused  by  the vigorous debate among the men as they rehearsed.  Of course he understood almost nothing of what the issue was but he knew it meant a lot to them that the message was delivered with great feeling.

The real Women's Day was Monday, March 8.   National holiday.  It was a beautiful, crisp day so we enjoyed a long walk through one of Moscow's well-loved parks.  Families in abundance.  We are impressed with the 4 day celebration honoring of the women of Russia.  Flowers and candy everywhere.  

How grateful we are to be part of the vast army of missionaries who bring the message of the Lord's plan for eternal love and families to these people who carry so much love in their hearts.  So blessed.