Party Time!

Abby's Brownie Troop (recently bridged from Daisies) held a little going-away party for her this afternoon. We were going to have it at Mantle Lake park, but the rain didn't stay away, so one of the moms graciously opened her home to us all. The girls had a great time playing and snacking.

The strangest thing for me is listening to the other moms talk. Here I am, probably at least 10+ years older than all of them with children in their early 20's, while they're still dealing with toddlers, and for some, their 5 year old is their oldest child. It's just funny listening to them talk about blankies and stuff like that--I want to chime in and talk about when my 18 year old had his blankie, but somehow that just seemed too odd! :)

Had a great morning at church. Our region's (New England) bishop was there for confirmations and he gave the message. What a dynamic speaker! Wow--what energy and enthusiasm. If people left this morning and weren't moved by what he said, they're in serious trouble! It makes me even more excited about becoming a UMC minister. I may have some opportunities to preach in the area myself this summer. Awesome!