Let's Recap!

Well, I guess you could say we've been a tad slack this weekend on blogging. I guess that means there is no better time than now to recap what's been going on.

Friday, Laekyn and I spent our evening listening to music and relaxing. Well, I relaxed while she jumped and danced around the living room. Kasey's Friday night consisted of sitting on the phone listening to our music and the off tune of our singing when we decided to sing along, ha. Doesn't seem like much fun but for some reason, he didn't want to do anything different.

Saturday was absolutely beautiful but the sun was deceiving.. it was chilly! Laekyn and I went to Chick Fil A for breakfast and then spent our afternoon at home. Zach's team had another game that Kasey went to and this time, they lost. Saturday evening, Laekyn and I went to a pot luck dinner and concert at a Church one of my grandmothers' friends attend. The food was delicious and the concert was also really good. Laekyn got hugs from all of the guys and even their autographs. At the end of the concert, the drummer gave her a drumstick and one of the guitarists gave her a guitar pick. She also met a new friend with the same name as her. All in all, it was a wonderful night. The concert was Taylor & Chad. The link to their Facebook page is here and I highly recommend you giving them a listen!

Sunday Funday!! I absolutely love Sundays, it might even be my favorite day of the week. Reason behind this is the fact that I am around my Church family not only once, but twice! The relationships I'm building at Pinedale mean the absolute world to me and it's just such a feeling to leave a service or study group with the feeling of wanting more. I just can't get enough! I literally thirst for the worship during SOMA and for the discussions during the home group. So today after Church, Laekyn and I met some of my family at Olive Garden for lunch. Laekyn absolutely loves the salad and breadsticks! My sister and her fiance were there with their little girl, Riley. My mom and step-father was as well along with one of my aunts. We enjoyed the time together and then once lunch was over we parted ways. Laekyn and I came back home and she got on the Wii fit for a little bit while I sorted out bills. Laekyn laid down for some relaxation time and then before we knew it, it was time to head back to Church. During our 40 day devotions I have spoken about in a previous blog, the adults participate in a HAG. HAG stands for home accountability group. We were given the opportunity to sign up for a home group where we'd go for Sunday evenings during our 40 day study and we could discuss the weekly devotion topics with each other and fellowship. The most rewarding thing for me is not only discussing the topics but the relationships I'm building. It's a great way to meet others in the Church and build those relationships within your Church family. After the discussion and reflection, we eat and fellowship. Those that have children can take them to the Church where they will also do activities reflecting their XL studies and will also have dinner then pick them up after your HAG. Laekyn and I really have enjoyed it so far! Again, if you want to do the daily devotions yourself you can access them here and print them off each day.

As we embrace the start of a new week, let's remember how precious our time and relationships really are. Time doesn't stop and you cannot get it back. Our relationships shape us and give our lives meaning. Think of how you can make a positive difference in someones life. Try and minister to someone who might not know God and maybe even invite them to Church, the worst they could say is no. If you don't have a home Church yourself, I'd love for you to come visit Pinedale! I hope that I can do both of these things this week, actually I don't hope I can.. I'm going to make it my personal goal for the week. I want to always make a positive difference in others lives and be a walking example of someone who believes in and loves Jesus. It's something great to strive for. I hope that the commute back to work goes smoothly and everyone has a great Monday. It will only be as great as you allow it to be! <3h