Little Purses

Over break I made a bunch of little mini purses as gifts for some friends of ours. We filled them with chocolate kisses . . . they turned out so cute!

Make your own paper purses with the cool patterns listed here. They would make the cutest party favors!

Snow Day

Soft, white snowflakes fluttered down in the frigid, winter morning air, and we decided to hit the tube runs one weekend for a time of outdoor fun!

A couple of us girls who braved the slopes

Little Miss Julia whizzed down on her own little tube

My friend Sarah came and joined us

Bethany enjoys a nice ride back up the hill

The tubing crew!

Tea Time

As in the case of several friends I know, change is about to cross the threshold of many lives during this season. Since time has passed quickly and new opportunities rapidly approach, some dear friends -- a group of young ladies I look up to, enjoy, and admire -- decided to gather together before the Lord guides several down new and exciting pathways in separate sectors of the nation.

What a privilege to reflect on God's work in our lives and to enjoy fellowship together again as sisters in the Lord! I cherish these opportunities. Thank you, Lord.

Our hostess and her sisters made a beautiful spread for us, creating a delightful atmosphere to savor treats and sweet morsels of conversation together.

Shortcake topped with fresh, juicy, red rasperries

Joyful hearts eager to pursue the Lord's direction!