Weekend Wrap-up

I could get used to two day work weeks; I really could.

Since I’d spent Monday to Wednesday recovering from my accident, I only worked Thursday and Friday of last week. And that was NICE, let me tell you.

Anyway, on to the weekend wrap-up. On Friday, I worked (kind of happily, actually). Brett dropped me off AND picked me up, since he’s off on Fridays. This has both its negatives (his car music selections are not my favorite) and its positives (he took me out to dinner after work). We had dinner at Ruby Tuesday’s where I overheard a bizarre little conversation snippet.

Man to Woman:
“We just got the cutest little puppy. She’s so adorable! We named her Onion.”

I strained to hear more, convinced I’d heard incorrectly. But, as Onion’s owner talked, it became apparent he’d actually named his cuddly puppy after a smelly vegetable. Takes all kinds, I suppose.

Saturday, we visited the 50-75% off Hallmark outlet store where I bought my first Christmas gift (at 75% off) for Mom. I also bought four boxes of tea lights at 50% off. I find that if I let Brett help pick out the scents, he’s more likely NOT to complain about the money spent. Together we picked out Ginger Cookie, Berry Crumble, Juicy Cherry, and Trick-or-Treat (which is actually Candy Corn scented).

Then, we drove down to East State where Brett perused Borders for the 2008 Gun Digest (seriously) and I window shopped at the (full price) Hallmark store and Bed, Bath and Beyond (honestly, I like Linens and Things, better).

Saturday night we went to Lake Summerset and enjoyed a bonfire near the lake at the Cooper’s house. We roasted hot dogs and then marshmallows for s’more desserts. It was a beautiful night, and the fall weather was perfect for fire watching. We also met several new people who are now attending our Game Night Group. The group keeps expanding, and Brett and I feel very fortunate to be a part of it.

We experienced blessed refreshment on Sunday with a message on the Lord’s Table, the Lord’s Table, and a time of worship and encouragement with spiritual songs. I especially enjoyed It Is Well With My Soul.

There was also a crowd of well-wishers to let me know I’d been on their minds and in their prayers concerning the accident. Our church family is so kind!

Sunday afternoon, I was so tired I took a nap and didn’t wake up until 6:00 p.m.! I felt horrible about missing evening church, but the rest seemed to help me move into the beginning of this week.

I also want to give Mom a shout-out Thank You for being my morning chauffeur while we work out all the car issues from the accident. The poor woman retires and now she’s driving ME all the way to Rockford, just when she’d finally been able to stop driving herself all the way here. Thanks, Mom! You’re the BEST!!!

Please pray for me this week. I am tackling some big issues, and I’d appreciate your continued prayers.

Please pray for Brett and I as we deal with several finance issues, and also my personal walk with the Lord. I’ve been struggling with contentment and change lately, so I’ll covet your prayers. Also, we’ll be going on vacation this weekend (Thursday – Sunday) and hope to travel safely and have a fulfilling time.

Thanks so much!