Last weekend, I had the joy of spending three days and two nights with sweet girlfriends (both old and new) from our Long Hollow Small Group (aka S. S. class). The men had enjoyed a retreat in January and now it was time for the women to slip away. Parents of one of the ladies in our class own a cabin on Barren River in KY and graciously let us use it for a weekend getaway filled with relaxation, fellowship, and time together studying God's Word. It was heavenly!
The cabin (more like a three-story Pottery Barn lake house) was gorgeous! The views and decor. were stunning. . .
Room that Laura and I shared - with a lovely private balcony(8 bedrooms total - needless to say, we all slept comfortably!)
The living area where we spent the majority of our time
LOVE this laundry room!
The lower level balcony/deck area. Could've easily been my favorite space!
Kudos to Jennifer Smith for coordinating the weekend. All ladies were split into meal groups and boy did we eat good! Italian, Mexican, pastas, salads, desserts, gourmet breakfasts. . . it was fabulous! We also feasted heavily on the Word as we worshipped in song led by Nancy Haney and as Regina Gibson led us in a two day study of Esther with the topics Fear vs. Faith and Trials vs. Triumph. Moving testimonies of God's love and faithfulness and the vulnerability of women as they shared was such a blessing. . . my heart was full!
Saturday afternoon was full of free time which was used for games, chatting, walks, NAPS, and simply enjoying our time away from schedules and wifely/motherly demands. Very refreshing. . .
I'm so thankful that I was able to take part in this quick vacation from the ordinary routine before Cade makes his arrival. It was truly a time of reflection, rest, and strengthening relationships with beautiful, godly women.
Regina and I - LOVE our sweet bellies! Due just four days apart :)
Cade Elias - April 20
Hayley Beth - April 24
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