I Looked Out the Window and What Did I See?....

Last Wednesday as we started our day, Elder Magnusson spied a baby crocodile out of our bedroom window (left). We initially thought it was a baby alligator, but after I posted the picture on my Facebook page, a friend informed me that there are no alligators in Belize, only crocodiles. Later in the week, I saw the lizard (right) in a tree and couldn't resist snapping his picture too.

In case you were wondering how to tell an alligator and crocodile apart, here are 8 ways to tell:

      1.  Shape of the snout. The crocodile's snout is pointed and V-shaped, and the alligator's is wide and U-shaped.

     2.  Location. Alligators are only found in parts of the US and China, whereas crocodiles can be found across the world.
     3.  Habitat. Crocodiles prefer water that is more saline or salty than the alligator's preferred freshwater habitat.
     4.  Toothy grim. Crocodiles can't hide their teeth, but alligators' teeth are sometimes hidden when their mouths are closed.
     5.  Size. A full-grown crocodile will likely be several feet longer than an adult alligator.
     6.  Color. Crocodiles are generally lighter in color than alligators.
     7.  Speed. On land and in water, crocodiles are usually slower than alligators.
     8.  Behavior. In terms of aggression, an alligator might seem tame compared to a crocodile.

You can find out more on the topic of alligators vs. crocodiles by clicking here.

We enjoyed seeing this sight when we pulled up to district council meeting this week, as the missionaries were waiting to start their meeting. This is a dedicated group of missionaries!

It's always a joy to attend a baptism.  Ryan was baptized by his dad in Corozal. Ryan's parents were baptized on this same date four years ago.  

All the missionaries who serve in Corozal love the Bejerano family!  (Left) Sisters Kruyer and Quiroz; (right) Sisters Arteaga and Lott

The Flakes joined us in Corozal for the baptism.  

Kayaking in Corozal Bay was a rare treat for us on this trip. The water was serene and clear.

A forehead spot, which turned out to be a wart, was a blessing in disguise because it brought me into the dermatologist.  Then, the doctor was able to detect some skin cancer hidden on my hairline.  He removed both problems on Monday.

Sadly, three members of a family tragically died last week in a house fire in Orange Walk. We heard about it on the news and happened to drive past the scene on the way to a visit. 

We are looking forward to watching General Conference next Saturday and Sunday, originating from Salt Lake City, Utah.   General conferences are the semiannual worldwide gatherings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Church members gather to receive guidance and encouragement from Church leaders about gospel living based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.  You can learn how to view the meetings by clicking here.  

You can also see the video by clicking here

We saw this on the side of the road on the way home from Corozal.  Is this what you would call a bus stop?