Friends Retreat - DeRoche, BC

Another "Friend's Retreat" has come and gone. It was a beautiful overnight stay at DeRoche Retreat near Mission, BC. The weather was snowy & blowy so it was super cozy with the fireplace being well fed by a few gals who know how to keep a stove hot. We filled the two days with games, a walk, foot baths, bible study and just great conversation. Here's the gang once again - love these ladies!!

Happy Anniversary to us - Nov. 18, 1989

Our anniversary passed by without much fanfare - except I did get beautiful roses from hubby. Breakfast was on the table with this large card and some favorite treats from the kids. We decided that celebrating when Lorelle comes home would be a lot more fun so we'll wait a few weeks. The day was almost as white as our wedding day - and very cold and windy!!

My first 5K Run

Today I ran my first ever 5K Run - one that was put on to benefit the local Girl Scouts. I have been inspired by Jocelyn who has chosen as her Senior Project to prepare for a Marathon as well as to organize a local race to benefit the Mexico Mission Team she hopes to be part of in August 2011. I've only practiced for about 6 weeks & up until today have survived a one mile run. Well, my body is telling me I've pushed it to it's limit. My time was 34 min. 1 sec. - I know for you avid runners out there that's nothing to brag about but my goal was to finish and not be last. I definitely accomplished that as there were many people who finished behind me. I'll keep this post short as I'm really lacking in energy - I'm going to join Hannah in the hot tub to soothe my aching bones...