Tyson Returns to a New Home in a New City and to his Beloved Dogs

 Elder Wilde, now Tyson, was excited to see his new home that his parents had moved into while he was on his mission.  They no longer lived in Danville, California, but now lived in Draper, Utah.  He was greeted by a huge banner hung out to welcome him.

The initial excitement of coming home was short-lived as he entered the door with a greeting from their girl dog, Roxie, but not by the boy dog, Rosco, who was very sick and lying in his bed.  The family had prayed constantly that he would survive so that each could see each other before Rosco passed away.  The family prayers had been answered.  Although Rosco hadn't eaten for several days, Tyson's parents had taken Rosco into the vet several times to hydrate him so that he could welcome Tyson home, too.  Upon seeing his favorite dog sick, it was heart-wrenching for all of us to be part of.  

It was amazing to all of us that even how weak Rosco was, he still had the energy to lick Tyson's face and let him know how happy he was to have Tyson home.  

The next day, the family said good-bye and Rosco who had been a member of their family 15 years, sadly passed away.  They all feel certain they will see him again someday.

Through their tears, the family was all so thrilled to receive these beautiful Matryoshka dolls a Ukrainian woman had painted with each member of the family's picture--including their two dogs.  What a beautiful, thoughtful gift!  Everyone loved them! 

 Kontiking 

It seems that all missionaries enjoy the tradition of Kontiking--where milk is sucked up through a Russian cookie, then the softened cookie is eaten.  Therefore, on another evening, Tyson taught his family how to enjoy this Russian tradition with the cookies he had brought home.