Through everything, I have had some fun this weekend. On Friday, my mom, Austin, Ashton, and I went to the Greek Fest here in Columbia. Every year we go just to taste the wonderful food! This year I was fond of the greek salad (feta makes my mouth water...), the spanakopita, and of course the baklava! There was a wonderful baklava type dessert dripped in chocolate. The food was awesome! Ashton rode his first ride. As he sat there riding in circles on the little train ride, I thought to myself how I'm not ready! In all the little things he does, I realize he needs me less each day. He rides the ride at the Greek Fest all by himself, he walks across the parking to church each Sunday morning, he jumps into the bathtub on his own. My baby is growing so fast!
Yesterday we spent the morning with Trace and Serena playing at the mall. Again, another chance to show me how much he has grown! He climbed the steps to the slide by himself and slid right on down. It was nice to be with a friend I care so much for and our kids. Then Ashton went to Gambaba's and we went to the Gamecock football game. I won't rub it in, but I will say... WOW! It was an experience to remember for a long time, We ate and ate and ate! After the game, we went back to our tailgate and conversed about the importance of relationships and forgiveness. It was a nice gentle reminder of my place here on earth. It's nice to be with good friends.
"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
Your works are wonderful, I know that full well."
Psalm 139: 13-14
After all the inspiring things in my life this weekend, I feel renewed and ready to get back on the train. It is time! Next Sunday I will be back on track and posting updates. I can't wait! Have a great week.
