Tuesday, April 5, 2010 WOW-Zine

This blog is a day late and at least a dollar short this week! Last week was jam-packed with company, my husband's birthday, wedding rehearsal and the wedding for Christina (our daughter), and taking care of five kids. I just didn't have it in me to get something written yesterday, as I was still exhausted. But life is getting back to normal today, so here I am!

WOW's FemininiTEA is this Saturday morning at 10. We've been saying you can dress up in a fancy outfit, wear a hat and jewelry, or maybe even a boa. But perhaps dressing up is not you cup of tea! You know what? That's perfectly okay. If you'd rather come in your jeans or slacks, that won't bother anyone at all. We just want everyone to feel comfortable and ready to enjoy an hour or two together. So dress to the nines (whatever that means) if you'd like, or wear your usual Saturday attire, or something in between, but just come! Remember to bring a tea-type food to share buffet style. Perhaps little sandwiches, fresh fruit, scones, cupcakes or muffins. We will gladly eat anything! This event is for females who are at least eight years old, with no cut-off at the other end of the spectrum! If you haven't already let me know you're coming, please contact me no later than Thursday night. We want to make sure we have enough seating for everyone. Hope to see you there! BTW, coffee will not be served, so if you need a java jolt in the morning, make sure to have some before you come.

Guess what? Your Women's Ministry Team has already got the beach house reserved for our Wapato Women's Retreat next year. And there are some changes! We're moving retreat back a month, so the dates are April 13-15, 2012. Years ago Wapato retreats were held in April, and the date gradually moved forward. The first weekend of March has been traditional for a number of years, but we are now changing that. One big reason is that it is so hard on the women that have to come after work and drive through the dark and stormy night. Holding our retreat in April means we can experience Daylight Savings Time on March 11th, Spring Break the end of March, Easter on April 8th, and our fantastic retreat the following weekend! Yes, sports teams will be up and running by then, but just plan ahead to have your kids where they need to be.
Mark the date on next year's calendar as soon as you get one! This will also enable people to use tax returns to cover their costs. :-) And we have a better chance of nicer weather.

Common Grounds will meet next Wednesday, the 13th. We're getting near the end of our study for the year, but it's never too late to join us. We always have a good time, and if you're new to the church, this is a great way to meet people.

Sherrie Ashcraft, Women's Ministry Director
sherrieashcraft@yahoo.com  971-285-6699