I've been kind of behind in blog-writing. The past two weekends I have been blessed with friendships and fellowship with wonderful Christian women. 2 weeks ago was Homecoming, and several of my college girlfriends came that weekend and hung out at my house. We have a group of about 13 girls that gets together at least twice a year. It is so nice that whenever we do get to hang out, we are able to pick up right where we left off. I am so thankful for those girls and that we will continue to get together as we grow older together.
Last weekend I went on the Highland Ladies Retreat. I didn't really know what to expect from it. My mom was on the planning committee so she and I rode out together and roomed together. It was nice to be able to share that experience with her and to pray together with her. There were also about 6 other girls from our Sunday morning class that were there. I have really been thankful for our Families Built on the Rock class at Highland, and it was wonderful to get to spend a whole weekend with these girls playing games, praying together, walking, worshiping, and strengthening each other spiritually. I was also blessed by the mature Christian women of faith who were there. Hearing their stories of faithfulness through difficult times and how God has helped them come through the darkness was encouraging to me as I am just beginning my marriage and family and don't know what lies ahead. I'm thankful for their willingness to share God's faithfulness and comfort. I was especially moved by Lauren Cunningham's incredible faith through the struggles she has had in life.
This weekend I won't be going out of town or having any out-of-town visitors staying with me. But I will be attending the Abilene High/Cooper game supporting my cousin Jason, and going to a Halloween costume party Saturday night. Hopefully I can post pictures of that!
