The Weekend

Well, this was the first TEC weekend in a year and a half that I didn't work. I got really lucky though, and got to be at the church for a lot of different things. The weekend started on Thursday when I dropped off my parents' video rockers for the Wheat Team to use. I think they've been used at almost every TEC since 61.

Then on Friday, I got to come to all 4 talks. Thanks to the Wheat Team for making me an Honorary Wheatie! I love the stole! It was amazing to watch the candidates change just in coming in for those 4 talks. To Nate, Brandon, Laura, and Rod... Your talks were amazing! Thanks for inviting me! After Rod's talk, Leah and I went out to dinner and then back to my house to watch a movie with Beth. Good times all around!

Saturday night was so much fun! We went to Agape and I patrolled the Conference Room while people signed place mats. We then headed to Perkins (the wrong one) and found it pretty much empty. So we drove way down to the other Perkins and met up with everyone! I got to meet lots of new people, so that's always fun.

After Perkins, a Wal-Mart run was necessary! Lacy bought the doll, Kyree bought the poster board, Abby bought the ribbon and the bib, I bought the bottles and pacifiers, and Leah was there for moral support :) I think that's right, anyway. Next up, back to my house to make the poster. Kyree did a wonderful job!

We then headed over to the church parking lot in search of Laura's car. On the way, we received word that the Talent Share was already over! Yikes! We went to work quickly and only had to hide once from people coming out of the church. It was freezing and I think all of our hands were numb, but it was uber fun! It was so windy that we knew stuff would blow off, I had to ask Sarah to make sure Laura saw her car, and quick. I think it worked :)

I think we stayed up in my basement talking till about 1:30. That's when I decided I should probably try to get at least a little sleep before work at 5:30. I was so sad that I could hear everyone laughing, but I couldn't join them.

Sunday brought about Talk #9 and Closing. All was completely amazing! I'm sad I wasn't there for the weekend, but am so blessed to have been able to be a part of it as much as I was! I'm excited that there were so many Rochester and Stewartville candidates. Let's keep it growing!

Of course, the weekend ended with Perkins. Thankfully, we went to the right one this time. It was so great to see everyone, talk to everyone, and laugh with everyone. The reunion of our amazing TEC 65 Leadership was priceless. I love you all so much!

Today's Tidbit: At the moment, I have 3 working cell phones in my possession. Hmmm...