Joined a wonderful new group of givers...check out the website, and you will understand my blog
http://29gifts.org



I gave to myself first, but enjoying a restful morning - not rushing out the door with mascara in one hand and a spare chapstick just in case...but left with plenty of time ( nap could replace lack of sleep later) to have a cup of java, and read through the sunday ads. Then off to church, enjoyed the service - was inspired and blessed to attend. One round trip later, and by the second service I was back again with my 11 yr old assistant. See one of our close friends called and her sister and brother in law, were being recognized as new members of our church, after completing a course called Equiping the Saints. But they were scheduled during that particular service to work the KDG age room, so my son and I showed up ( we are certified care givers in that class) and relieved them of their duties, so that they could go and be congratulated on the time and commitment they put forth to become members. It was truly a blessing, as my other friends (their relatives and parents, who werent members of our church) came to the service to cheer them on. 24 kids, crafts, prayer lessons, snacks and bathroom breaks, DONE...we are back home, sitting on our back porch with the sun shinning in our faces, glorified for the beauty of what God has blessed us with and relaxing in quiet of his creation. Day ONE, conquered ....geared up for day TWO :)