God be with you til we meet again

The Sanguino family from Venezuela lived here in Santiago for a year.  They arrived with an energy that helped revitalize the Santiago Branch.  Sister Sanguino was the Relief Society President, Brother Sanguino was in the Elder's Quorum Presidency, their daughter Mirna Sanguino was the Primary President and their son, Ronelly worked with the youth.  Their grand daughter Stephanie was a delight.  They moved on to the US earlier this month.  We can't even express how hard they will be to replace.  One of the great things they did was go and visit members every Sunday.  They were a great support to all.  

The Santiago Branch loves it's talent shows.  I think it's because they're all so talented.  A big going away party, a "depedida", was planned to send the Sanguinos on their way.  It was an incredible night of love, gratitude and friendship.

Miriam Sanguino taught us all how to make Venezuelan Arepas.

We made them for our refreshments.

Everyone sang songs.. the Primary- the children age 3 to 12, the youth, the men and the women.

Panama has a rich heritage of folk dancing.  Children learn from and early age.  We couldn't have a party without the dancing.

Speeches were made of lessons taught and friendships formed.

The most touching part of the night was when we all sang, "God be with you till we meet again"

 God be with you till we meet again;

By his counsels guide, uphold you;

With his sheep securely fold you.

God be with you till we meet again.

[Chorus]

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus’ feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

2. God be with you till we meet again;

When life’s perils thick confound you,

Put his arms unfailing round you.

God be with you till we meet again.

[Chorus]

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus’ feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

3. God be with you till we meet again;

Keep love’s banner floating o’er you;

Smite death’s threat’ning wave before you.

God be with you till we meet again.

[Chorus]

Till we meet, till we meet,

Till we meet at Jesus’ feet,

Till we meet, till we meet,

God be with you till we meet again.

Text: Jeremiah E. Rankin, 1828–1904

Music: William G. Tomer, 1833–1896

I love this song.  As we sang, The audience waved Venezuelan flags the kids had made out of crepe paper.

Sweet, sweet memories.  When our lives touch those around us or are touched by others.  We may be far apart, but there are memories that will always be a part of us, of our history.