I've MIA on my blog lately...It was because I spent 2 weeks in Louisiana...
It felt good to be back.
Honestly, part of it felt like I haven't been gone for almost a year now. Some things just haven't changed much at all.
I really enjoyed being at Crossroads Church in Lafayette for the Joie de Vivre Conference. Connection Church ladies, get ready...we're going to have a Joie de Vivre Conference of our own one day soon!
I walked away from that conference inspired and refreshed...ready to go back to minister to the wonderful ladies in our community!!
It was great to see friends...to hug necks and show off my kiddos...
And it was absolutely wonderful being with my parents. I'm so thankful for Skype and FaceTime...I get to "see" them a lot more often than I would if it wasn't for the internet...but there's something special about being in their home.
I've enjoyed my mom's cooking...hearing my dad play with my kids...and watching my mom put my littlest one to sleep. There's nothing else like that.
It was a good time had by all.
I know that Lee and I are where we are supposed to be in Colorado. We have followed God's call, just like our parents have taught us to do.
I'm thankful that I can get to my parents house in less than 3 hours on a plane...instead of 24 hours in a car!!!
Flying back by myself with 3 kids really wasn't bad at all. Bella had a minor meltdown due to another tooth coming loose and bleeding a little (she's totally my girl and gets freaked out by anything to do with blood), and Brennan's meltdown came at the end because he didn't want to stay buckled.Other than that, we made it. No one was left behind or lost...not even toys. And no one got really sick on the plane (which is usually me...but I made it!) And I'm thankful for the super nice flight attendant who helped me fill water cups and make sure Bella was ok!! (Thanks Southwest Airlines!!)
And I know that I can do this again. And I plan on it.
I love Colorado. It is our home...but there is a special place in our hearts for Louisiana. We'll be visiting again as soon as we can!!!
Aww glad to hear all is well and that your trip was a success. I know exactly what you mean about missing family. My mom is 24 hours away from me by car but a 3 hour plan ride as well. I am NY she is in FL, I believe that GOD has a purpose for us where we are but it is sure good to be around family when possible.
ReplyDeletethanks Charity! I appreciate it!! :)
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