"Happy Thanksgiving" is what my son kept saying to me all day! I finally decided not to correct him #1)because it was so cute #2) because it really is a day for giving thanksgiving and love. So, "Happy Thanksgiving" it will be! The day started out by eating "pannie cakes" that said "I love U" and they were served up with a special gift and card. The cute little puppies immediately received their new names (which I am finding out is of great importance) and they played with their musical cards. Boy, whoever thought up those goofy cards is making a killing because my kiddos love them and I know that mine aren't the only ones. This year, I bought ones where I was able to record a message and then it plays the tune. CUTE!!
A couple weeks later I had the privilege of hosting a cabin at our Women's Retreat for the church. This was my 3rd year going and my first year hosting. I really enjoyed this weekend and felt like it was a huge success. The main speaker was the wife of one of our pastors and she was fantastic!! I wanted to share one thing that I took away from that weekend. She had us tear out the shape of a cross from a piece of paper and then hold it up in front of us. Then she told us that we need to see everyone and every circumstance through the cross! That was so powerful to me! I have made it a goal to keep that in my mind and heart as I deal with every day people and situations, especially the difficult ones! If I can just keep that pictures in my mind I am hopeful that it will change my heart and attitude!
Soon after that came some very sad news that has really changed me. One of my dearest friends lost her father to a massive heart attack. I can honestly say that this was my first experience in my adult life where one of my friends has lost a parent to the unexpected. It has been a wake up call for me. Life IS short and fragile. In the blink of an eye it can all change. So, I have made sure to let my parents know exactly how I feel about them EVERY time I call. My friend whose father died told me that she has " no regrets" and that is what I want to be able to say when it's time for my parents to go Home.
Finally, on a lighter note, we offically have another soccer player in the family. My son had his first soccer game last Monday and the big news is HE MADE A GOAL!!!! I has super proud of him! We weren't sure if he would participate because he is so shy around new situations, but boy did he prove us wrong. He didn't even hesitate in running out there and had a huge smile on his face the whole time! On a personal note...if you haven't ever experienced a 4-6 year old soccer game..DO IT! I haven't laughed that hard in a long time! They are trying so hard and they are so cute! GO BARONS!!!!!
