This morning I woke up in the guest room of my dear friend, Judy's, home. It was warm and snuggly under the covers on the futon, made up with a Company Store couch potato as the mattress pad. Mmmmm, nice and comfy. Judy set up a clock radio that I listened to while drifting off to sleep, to the sounds of NPR, because I didn't want to change the station and mess it up for her. It was okay, soothing music, operatic in nature. Judy has lived in the north all her life and finds 61 degrees to be quite comfortable for sleeping...ahem, ahem....So glad she made a nice warm nest for me to snuggle into for my "big nap", as Timmy used to call it. Peaceful rest was much appreciated after a fun day with Judy!
I arrived only a half hour late as I once again got turned around trying to find Winona...Judy was patiently waiting for me at the YMCA, and it was AWESOME to see her. I followed her back to their house where we chatted, looked at photos, just talked and talked in her sun room, with the fireplace going. Bliss, absolute bliss! She'd made an alpaca wrap which she put on me to help with the chills (it's only 40 here!). Oh, what a fantastic day we spent, eating lunch at Benos and shopping in the attached gift shop. Earlier that morning I had dreamed about being in a glass shop and found myself livin' a dream as I purchased some lovely glass pieces at Magnolia's!
Judy had some rather interesting news to share: her son-in-law, Ben, has received a Call to serve as Principal/Teacher and Parish Music Leader at St. Johns, Two Rivers! Of course, it's too soon to have their decision, and she knows they MUST accept that Call. It's perfect for them and all that, but hates the thought of putting three more hours between them, as they are presently only an hour apart. It's everything they want, since they are close friends with the J. Hahm's at F. G. and have extended family already in the area. This would be ideal when I go to visit Mom and get to see Judy at the same time, if we plan properly! Prayers are appreciated to help Ben,Trisha and the Holy Spirit make the right decision!
Judy had to go about her day today so I returned to Lori's this morning, finding only Lynn and the cats at home. Lori was at work and Lynn saw me coming on the big road so was ready for me. For some reason, I've been so sleepy today and the girls think its because of the weather being gloomy and dreary. Good nap skies and temps! We went to meet Lori for lunch at Features Restaurant, near Festival Foods. Oh, it was yummy! I had a cheeseburger and onion tangles followed by a slice of sour cream raisin pie. Of course, I couldn't finish the sandwich or the pie, but Lori rescued the pie from being dumped in the garbage disposal! Couldn't help but think of Fran, having sour cream pie!
From there we went to Lori's work to see her church and office, and meet some of her co-workers. We had some good laughs as we met up with some of the gang that were on the bus trip this weekend. She had some great resources in her office and I poured over a few things that looked interesting. I am not above "borrowing" ideas from other churches to incorporate at my church, always harvesting new and fresh ideas to help extend the Kingdom!
I spoke with Julia today, calling her just as she was about to dial my number! That is tooooo cool, love when that happens! She was going to tell me that Mike, her spouse, dropped off my entry for the 3-D show at Village Gallery for me today, and since I hadn't named the piece, she did it for me. She aptly called it "A New Day" which is appropriate since it's my first "relief" piece as well as it being done in acrylic. I only hope I make the show, and not get juried out...I am braced in case that happens--gulp! Julia also asked about Justin, wondering how he's getting along without his mama--a.k.a. "meal ticket"! He told me he's doing fine, helping himself to some goodies from the pantry, stuff I didn't even realize I had! Recycling at its best!
I am missing my friends and church family, hoping all is going along nicely in my absence. Talked to Paul briefly on Sunday but didn't discuss the special meeting held to decide about our mortgage size and gather opinions about the color pallets for the building and classrooms. Perhaps Sue was there to "influence" folks toward the color pallets we liked the best! You know, folks, it's all about me!
