1. We enjoyed a lovely dinner party on Friday night. Many notable people from Grand Rapids higher education and politics were present to honor Dr. Rogers as he moves on from our university. It was nice for my husband and I to dress up a bit and enjoy a dinner out. And the dessert was to die for! The kids had fun hanging out with some of my students at their "college pad."
2. A friend and I attended the first holiday craft show of the season. It was pretty mediocre, though I did buy a cute stitched Christmas sampler and some hand-carved walking sticks for the kids.
3. We can now park one car in the garage! Now this may not seem like a big deal, but ever since we moved 2 years ago, our garage has been stacked with boxes. And truly, after 2 years, do we really need whatever it is that is out there? We are obviously getting along fine without it! The kids did find lots of treasures, and I am happy not to have to scrape my windows every morning!
4. We introduced the Christmas program to the kids at Compass. I wrote the play entitled "The Christmas Rainbow" and it is the final thing that I will do in my work with kids' ministry before we change to a different church. Bittersweet, but I think this will be a fun and meaningful way to make the transition.
5. A restful Sunday, including breakfast out and an afternoon nap.
6. The kids made these amazing masterpieces Sunday afternoon. I have them paint at least one canvas a year to display on our walls, and it so so fun to see how their skills and insights change from year to year. Great Creative Work, my little Picassos!
7. Happy Veteran's Day, especially to those who have served our country. My grandfather, Hank M., and Matt's father, Ed. M., have both served bravely, and we are especially grateful for their influence. A special thanks and prayers for those who are currently serving overseas, as well as those families who have sacrificed immensely so their loved one can defend our freedom.
8. I am looking forward to scrapping with my sister, Kendra, this weekend. We will be working on some Christmas books that I have started for each of my siblings' families. The time together will be wonderful!
9. This is post #300 in my blogging.....still loving the journey.
10. Have a very blessed Monday, and take advantage of the opportunities that God places in your path today, wherever it leads.
1 comment:
Seriously great art work!!! We just did some painting this morning:) but I think you have inspired a new family tradition here! Thanks for the idea, on my shopping list, canvases.
glad you had a good weekend, hope your week is fabulous!
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