Virtual Retreat Aug thru Dec 2015 Info on first post

[Annis C.]

Luann, I can feel the vibrations all the way up here in Canada from your 'thinking machine' on full speed. :whistle:

Almost as much movement as strip mining!! LOL

SERIOUSLY, wouldn't it be a blast to gather together for a real retreat?

BTW, our kids are always our kids, we love 'em and we feel for them as they go through life. I'd be concerned with a mom that wasn't a bit anxious over her child's choices. It doesn't matter how much any of us say, you will be concerned until all recovery has taken place. We, although not as deeply as you, are also concerned. Proud of his choice, but concerned never the less.
May God grant everyone that inner peace and comfort that only He can,
Luann

[Annis C.]

I could come up with 8 or more sewing machines so everyone would not have to bring one. That would save a little space on the plane. And by then I might even have fabric for sale. The bedrooms will look better when I get headboards and dust ruffles and quilts on the wall. There's table space for up to 40 and sleeping space for 24 in the same building plus another 16 in the guest house close by. Dream on... I need to get busy!

[Deborah W.]

Sounds wonderful Annis

[Deborah W.]

Terrie,
You and your son will be on my mind and in my prayers, extra tomorrow. When you feel up to it, let us know how things are going.
May God give everyone a rest filled night and a pleasant wake up tomorrow.
Luann

[Deborah W.]

Dreaming about getting over for a retreat at Annis's............ would love to join you all, but I somehow doubt that it would be a go-er for me even with a 2 year lead time to save. Something is almost bound to intervene at home and need the funds :dry:

The best tale I ever heard about mothers and their children was when a 100yr old mother was questioned about her long levity and did she have any worries. Her reply was she didn't have any worries since she got her eldest son into an old people's home. :whistle:

[Deborah W.]

Rosemary - I shared your 100 yr old mothers story re her son with DH. We have a daughter who'd do the same thing not stop worrying until her son's taken care of.

Barb

[Jennifer D.]

I would love to go to real in-person retreats and events and often contemplate it, but pass on opportunities that arise. Right now I just feel too guilty to leave the little ones behind and daddy all alone with them. I know he Is more than capable of taking care of them, that is not my worry..."mommy guilt" just kicks in and I can't forgive myself for taking time away. They are only "little" for so long and I hate missing free time with them since I work so much. I did take an overnight to Paducah this spring (since it's only a 4 hour drive for me) and I hope to do it again next year. Annis's retreat looks lovely...and tempting...but those boys keep calling my name Perhaps in a few years I could convince myself to go :cheer:

~ Jen

[Geneva C.]

Hello everyone,

I am back from visiting Victorina Rose. She is adorable! Here she is in her Halloween onesie I embroidered for her.




Happy November!

geneva

[Geneva C.]

Geneva,
She is adorable!
Lucky you, getting some time with her.

[Lois B.]

I think its great when Grandmas and Grandaughters are Ghaul-friends!

[Lois B.]

Geneva - Congratulations again to you and your family. What a fabulous picture!

Barb

[Lois B.]

Geneva--she is very sweet!

[Catherine S.]

Geneva, what a beautiful, precious grand baby!!

[wendy w.]

She looks so cute in your onsie

[Pamela N.]

Geneva, your Granddaughter is beautiful, what a gorgeous photo.
Love Pam