Bothell Women's Ministry Spice of Life : Good Bye To Summer Vacation September 2, 2013

Bothell Women's Ministry Spice of Life : Good Bye To Summer Vacation September 2, 2013: Today it seems is the last day of summer, at least summer vacation.  As I think about all that has happened in my summer, it has added up t...

Good Bye To Summer Vacation September 2, 2013

Today it seems is the last day of summer, at least summer vacation.  As I think about all that has happened in my summer, it has added up to be quite busy in fact.  I went from Daniel's graduation, to  wedding planning, to wedding, then planning for the fall schedule of Women's ministry, to working on my husband Daniel's and mine visas to Brazil, and planning our trip to Argentina, to enjoying the last rays of sunshine over Lake Washington tonight from Denny Park.  So sad to see this part of the year fade back into the busyness of fall. It's been a great summer all in all.  I have no complaints.  I have loved every minute of the wonderful sunshine, and heat.  I have enjoyed fresh veggies from the garden, picnics with family, a trip to Victoria BC with my mother, took a step back in time as I went and celebrated my aunt and uncle's 50th wedding anniversary.  I was the flower girl in the wedding, so I enjoyed looking at the old photos of me, and catching up with distant family members that I maybe only see once a year. I was excited to sell a bunch of wedding stuff from my daughters weddings that had accumulated in the garage (still more to go), and cleaning out the attic a bit.  I have had walks on the beach, time at the swimming pool, and lazy days of reading books. 
Now it is time to really jump back in to women's ministry work almost full time  even though there have been bits of it almost every day of summer. 
I have been planning, praying, delegating, arranging, for women's ministry all summer long in fact.  Fall has never been far from my mind.   I am so thankful for the gals who have stepped up and said they want to teach this year.  It is such a blessing to know that there are those God has gifted with this wonderful ability to teach.  So a big thank you goes out to Pastor Lori, Lisa, Elaine, Teresa, Jodi, Becky and Phyllis!  and then the rest of us who help on the side lines-Laura and myself,  Sherrill, Kara and others who have volunteered their time this summer.  Thank you Arlette and Shannon!  Women's Ministry would not happen without everyone working together and cooperating! All of these women are such special blessings in my life! 
Women's Ministry has an awesome fall line up for studies that you can do.
The Book of Acts being taught by Phyllis Robertson on Thursday mornings at 9:30am,
Becoming More Than a Good Bible Study Girl-taught by Pastor Lori on Thursday mornings at 8:45am,  Sacred Secrets taught by Jodi Allen Wednesday Mornings-8:45am  Gideon taught by Becky Smith at the NSCP campus-9:30am  and Nehemiah on Wednesday nights at 7PM. 
For extra circular activities we have the Patchwork Remedy Quilt group on Wed. nights @7pm and one  Wed. night a month the Knitting for the Lamb group. 
Coffee Chat will occur 2 Sunday nights a month September thru November in the Cafe 4:30pm-5:45pm.
We also have the NWWC (Northwest Women's Conference) coming to Cedar Park church September 27, 28. 
So there will be a full Fall schedule going on and any lady can have a part in it!
I am looking forward to seeing all that fall will bring in fellowship and friendships.
Be watching for more in the months ahead as Daniel and I go on our missions trip to Brazil and Argentina.  We covet your prayers for sure! 
Blessings to all. 

The Shipley Family-Jordan and Daniel graduated at NWU the same day.July on our front porch-Our dog is our only child left at home!  :)Daniel with a couple of his professors.

Our daughter Cynthia's wedding.  The whole family except for Dustin (Angela's husband)

Mom and I at the Buchart Gardens in Victoria BC.  Aug 2013.