Our church, Trinity Presbyterian, has a women's retreat each March. I've been able to help on the retreat committee for two years now. This year Carol Arnold spoke at the retreat and encouraged us to serve well in what ever stage of life we are in. It's a great weekend to get away from the busyness of everyday life, study God's word and have real time with women in the church. I'm blessed, too, to have a husband that encourages me to do this every year and happily serves me by taking care of the kids all weekend.
It's amazing to me how many of our dear friends and family no longer live near us. We've moved, you've moved and life keeps going. I can hardly keep everyone posted on things that are happening and how quickly the kids are growing up. So this is my solution. It may not be the best solution, but hopefully you'll be able to enjoy the pictures and news anyway. And we'll try our best to keep in touch through other means, as well.
But I trust in you, O LORD; I say, "You are my God." My times are in your hand... -Psalm 31: 14-15b