Are we in sunny California or sunny Carolina?

Ironically, while my sisters in TX are dealing with ice, we had perfect weather in Charlotte this weekend; 67 degrees both days with open windows to let the breeze in. The ducks, geese, and even one blue heron enjoyed the warmth, because it won't be here tomorrow.

Amanda Faye and I went to Forest Hill Saturday and listened to the second lesson in the "Doubting Out Loud" series: "If God is so good, then why does he allow suffering?". (If you want David Chadwick's answer, you'll have to call me. :-) I'm using it as leverage to get your calls.)

Sunday, we went to a good PR service and a new (to us) young families class. That afternoon while I made enchiladas (Kristy, call me for the sugar-free recipe) for our Life Group's potluck later that night, Mandy was at a wedding shower hosted by the PR women for her. We were both surprised at their participation and generosity! Thirty-five women attended, several of whom didn't know either of us.

At Life Group, Jeff Walling happened to be video taping a "commercial" around the corner for use during next week's service. He stopped by our host's house and wanted to film Mandy and I posing as visitors being welcomed into the host's house, but before we could start filming, the funniest thing happened. Remember when the homosexual florist made a delivery to Kristy at the brick house and there was a dead cat (?) in the yard? As Jeff came up the sidewalk with video camera in hand to the host's rarely used front door, we opened it and simultaneously encountered a deceased squirrel laying perfectly in the center of the middle step. Jeff's drama degree kicked in and with a vile expression asked if he'd interrupted a sacrificial ceremony. Surrounded by our awkward hysteria, Nick, the host, explained the local cat leaves "presents" on his steps. Jeff used his shoe to toss the rigoristic carcass into Nick's bushes so we could "take two!".

We had a great weekend. We're blessed with great friends, great families, wonderfully supportive churches, good health, and each other.