Repeat the ReTreat

I'm not crafty.

So when I invited myself to my sisters "crafting, project" getaway my sister was more than a little concerned about what I would be doing with my time. (yes, i'm talking about you tamara.) She even went so far as to bring material and a book for me to sit and make pin cushions.

I prepared myself. Purchased shirts and fabric to make some things for my girls.

A couple of days with no children calling my name.

Sleeping through the night.

Working on projects.

Taking walks.

Reading books.

Laughing.

Heaven.

Sister Update

My sister Tricia (I like to call her number six) is really hanging in there. Yesterday the Doctors said that she has a little bit of brain damage but she is responding well to all of the things that they are doing for her. She is strong and stubborn and funny (hmm that kind of sounds like me). She has always given me great words of wisdom and the lady is a work horse.

Her husband Jeff (who we all adore ) and her sweet kids are rallying by her side. When a tragedy strikes there always seems to be good along with it. Why is that? I have been feeling nothing but love for my sister and whole family. I think that my family shines brighter when called upon to come together or serve.

Thank you for praying for my sister. Keep it up, we love the power of prayer. You can check out her recovery here...http://prayersfortrish.blogspot.com/

(This is a shout out to family for a better picture of Trish. Come on seriously we can do better than that. And then send it to Michelle/Hell #11 hee hee)

"Sisters, Sisters....

......there were never such devoted sisters." I just got a call this evening that my sister Trish was hurt in a repelling accident. She was flown to SLC and will be undergoing surgery to release the swelling in her head. I know that the Lord is aware of our family at this time because I feel surprisingly calm and peaceful. I am grateful for the power of prayer and the massive family we have to back it up.