The night of betrayal

Today was one of the gorgeous spring days that we remember from the many years we spent in the Midwest. The recent rains have made the grass green and the flowers bloom. The sun shines on the damp leaves, making things have a sheen. We slept until almost 9 and never did get to take a shower. We had a breakfast with the family and then went to unload the trailer so we could get the tequila that Pieder wanted out to give him. He had ordered 4 bottles and Emily wanted some vanilla and Kahula. We had to almost unload the back end because the liquor was toward the front, being one of the heavier items. We also want to leave some onions with them. The weather was beautiful for working outdoors, but the prediction is for rain the next few days, making it even more enticing to get things out today. I guess we will be staying through Easter even though I offered the suggestion that we might consider going to Waynesville on Saturday. After that work I went to the motor home to write blog entries from 2 days back and post some pictures. We went back for lunch around 2, and then Noah mowed the lawn on the riding mower. There is a very large yard here. Emily and Evelyn began cleaning and preparing for tomorrow’s substitute for Christmas party. They do the Christmas stuff on Good Friday. The younger children and I went to Lowes and WalMart for some supplies, but I forgot one. My bottom lip has been peeling and stinging for about 3 days. I have some lip balm but don’t have anything that has any medication in it. It is Maudy Thursday and I called to learn when the evening service was. I had hoped some of the family would attend with us, but they were busy cleaning the house for tomorrow’s party. We went and were the only ones in the sanctuary at 6:47. I went to check on the service time when the other 10-15 attendees came in. There were 2 women pastors officiating and, I must admit, were quite a blessing. During Communion distribution, the pastor made the meal quite personal, just like I try to do. I was blessed by the worship. We returned, played half a game of Phase 10 and went to bed. It was not quite as cold as last night.