Joe and I are at a pastors conference in Greenville this week. It’s been such a refreshing week for me. It’s amazing how many conversations I’ve been able to start and finish without the kids. I love being around people that sharpen me, don’t you? The conversations have been really good. My favorite lady is in her 70’s. Every time I talk to her, I love her more. Last night she told me her daughter died in her 30’s. I felt so bad for her. As she talked about it, you could see the radiance of Christ on her. I dont think I’ve ever met such a beautiful person.
Tonight we went to one of the pastor’s homes and ate ribs at 10 p.m. I know, 10 at night eating ribs, only in the south, I love it! I’m so thankful God gave us this week to strengthen me for the months to come. I love it for Joe too. He’s been strengthened and encouraged talking to other pastors who experience a lot of the same discouragements and issues. All pastors need to get away and be fed too.
I think I already said this but I feel so refreshed, Joe and I really needed this. He keeps saying why again do we have all those kids? I miss my babies though and can’t wait to drive to Athens tomorrow and squeeze them tight.
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