Not napping...

    Even though I'm not taking a Sunday afternoon fiesta...I just discovered Abby and Donner were.  As you can tell from the picture the temps have dipped somewhat.  Donner, the cat, always loves snuggling with Abby as the temperature drops and Abby deals with it...but am not sure how she feels about it.  They keep telling us that this is unusual weather for this time of year...I'm just not buying it.  My neighbors and I have yet to turn our heat on.  I think we're trying to save money and see who gives in first.  I did go to Kohl's on Friday for a big sale and bought a heated mattress pad.  It's sort of like a heated blanket except you lay on top it...and it's warm!  You just set it before bed and it's nice and cozy when you get in.
     There is so much to tell about our days of silence and my week spent as a bell ringer.  It was a wonderful week of retreat.  I made the decision to use the time to memorize a chapter of Colossians and I accomplished learning chapter 3 with God's help.  Scripture memory is so valuable and a wonderful practice to assist one in meditating on God's word.
This past week I also served as bell ringer, leader of prayers in chapel, and communion server.  There was much to learn and do but Rob Kunes was an excellent teacher.  Each week a chapel scholar teaches you the ropes and serves as your guide and mentor throughout the week.  Rob handled all my questions with great patience and understanding.  At the moment I'm getting some reading done and an assignment due for Biblical Interpretation in the morning.  Thanks for all your prayers...and send up some for warmer weather!