A very snowy view.29, 24, 20, 18, 12. What do these numbers represent? The numbers my dinner party went through. Because of the snow storm that came in it was one cancellation after another. So, after all that work and food preparation we ended up having my family (5), Herm and Jeraldine (2), John and Lisa Erickson (2), Chris' sister, Sherri (1), and Chris' cousin and spouse, Cindy and Lonnie (2) for a grand total of 12 people.
The dinning room set up for 13 adults.On the positive side we did have a great time and LOTS of great food. And with all the cancellations it wasn't too squishy for everyone to sit down and eat. (Plus, I won't have to cook for a week now!)
The 7 who were able to make it.We prayed that Jeff, Linda and kids would be able to make it over in the morning so they wouldn't miss church. The big event? Herm and Jeraldine speaking in church before they leave on their mission. Our prayers were sort of answered. Jeff and Linda were able to get out of their neighborhood this morning, but then church was cancelled. So, no talks now until February 10th.
Lonnie and Cindy brought gifts for Herm and Jeraldine.On the positive, no one at church will have to see how abused my poor kids are (black eye, head bump, and bite marks in the cheek).
But, what was really fun, is when Chris finally returned from church (after getting stuck several times coming home) we had our own little church meeting. We sang the kids' favorite primary songs, reviewed what we learned last FHE (plan of salvation), read a story from the friend and then we all bore our testimonies. It was one of the best spiritual experiences I have had in a long time!
Chad had wanted to bear his testimony last testimony meeting at church but got too scared. So, it was great to give him a chance to do it in front of a small loving audience. Halle and Sean also did great - it is fun to hear their thoughts out loud. And Chris and I bore our testimonies. It has been a long time since I have expressed my testimony out loud and it felt so good to share it intimately with my husband and children. Who would have thought so much snow could be such a good thing.
Later we will be going over to Chris' parent's house to have lunch, take care of financial and home maintenance plans while they are away, have dinner, and then listen to their talks.
3 comments:
I loved your "Caviness family sacrament meeting"! You have such a great family! Sorry the snow threw a wrinkle in some of your weekend plans. At least you get to enjoy your husband at home with these school closure days! :-)
I was so disappointed church was canceled. I was ready to hear Herm and Geraldine speak. I'm glad we will have another chance.
You do have a great family. Herm and Geraldine look adorable in their matching shirts. I miss so many of you!
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