Misc about Town

 We flew back to Irkutsk after a week in Novosibirsk - Elder Smith was released from being a Counselor in the District Presidency, we did some audit work and got to say goodbye again to some wonderful friends.

 Our favorite part was the Zone Conference - we have a tradition of taking a picture with the sisters - aren't they beautiful?

Flowers in the Chapel for District Conference - Russians love flowers, grow them, plant them and you see many flower shops - some advertise - Open 24 hours!  I asked a young Russian sister why and she said for errant husbands!!  September First - school begins - and students take a flower to their teacher!  it's called Knowledge Day in Russia - love it!