Away

Just a quick note to let you know I'll be gone for a little while... I have a conference to attend in Austin, which I leave for Saturday morning and return from Wednesday night. Both of my laptops have issues right now, so I'll pretty much be computerless (I say pretty much because my blackberry and the business center at the hotel will allow me some access to the wider world). I won't be blogging, though, except for Not Me Monday, which is scheduled, because the last two weeks have pretty much been one long Not Me Monday post.

Can I request a couple of prayers please?

My aunt Maxine was diagnosed with brain cancer two years ago, and has beat the odds by surviving so far. Unfortunately her tumor has now returned and is inoperable. Would you pray for healing for her, and for strength and wisdom for her family - especially my uncle Wally and my cousin Jenny - who are caring for her?

Davis cut off part of his right index finger in a lawnmower accident on Tuesday. He's in a lot of pain, and he'll be home with the kids for the next five days (he does have help, and the house is stocked to the max with everything he could possibly need). I feel bad leaving them, but I need to, so if you could pray that he makes it through the next few days okay, I would so appreciate it.
Finally, please read this and pray for Bruce. His story has really touched me, and I plan on adding him to my regular prayers.

Thank you, dear blog friends! I am sorry I haven't commented on your blogs or answered all of my emails... this week has just been one long, crazy blur. See you again next week ♥

Until then, here's a picture of my kiddos from last Sunday (you can see Sophia's pin that she got for her Sunday School attendance, and it was Amelia's naptime, which is why her thumb is in her mouth)