November 7 was "Mistletoe Day". Libby didn't get to go so Pat and I went and hurriedly walked the isles. She ran across so many people that she knew that we didn't get much shopping done but we sure had fun! [And I was the one who grew up in Jackson and lived there most of my life.] Libby would be proud of us because we only bought candy!! I did manage to pick up one Christmas gift and a couple of stocking stuffers. I really would have loved to go back today but the Friday night session of the EWomen Conference was so good and we knew that today would be even better. We were right!!
We met up with Carolyn, Sharon and Dana [back row] and a few more from our wonderful community. It's great to sing and laugh and cry with friends. Pat was sweet enough to take my picture with Chonda Pierce. This woman can make you laugh and cry at the same time. Thanks, Pat. The Children of Hope are always a delight. They are children from Africa. You have a chance to sponsor children whose parents have given them up or cannot raise them usually due to HIV. Their dancing and singing always bring a smile to your face.
I especially liked Avalon this year. Their music wasn't as loud and was more to my liking. They did new versions of old, contemporary hymns. I loved the version of "I'll Fly Away".
Karen Kingsbury did a wonderful job. I don't think I have read any of her books but she has a book out that I definitely plan to buy. [They ran out before I could get one today.] I think Barbie will change from Dr. Suess to this one for the Seniors on Graduation Sunday!
Angela Thomas is just about my favorite. This girl gets right to your heart with laughs and tears. She said we're all "little Jesus girls"! I love that.
I got to walk down the hall with Thelma Wells. We were coming from the "product room" to the sanctuary and I happen to see her. I spoke to her and we started talking. When we started down the steps, she took my hand. A couple of years ago she had cancer and was very sick. She's doing fine now. Her story is incredible. And-we learned today that she has a beautiful singing voice.
I did not know Mark Schultz. His plane was late so he was the last on the program. He did about 20 minutes worth of music and flew out again. His music is very good. Pat and I decided that he should find Anna Grace in Nashville and they should work together. Stranger things have happened! The next E Women's Conference in Jackson will be in 2010--but we know the way to Baton Rouge or Birmingham for 2009! Don't we Libby?
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