We called our group Patiently Waiting because each of us are waiting on something particular...from a husband to come home from overseas or for a new addition to our family. Of the nine ladies pictured, only 2 of us have our husbands home right now. One, possibly two, are pregnant. And one is continuing to wait patiently for the Lord to open her womb. Each have at least two kids & some have as many as 4 kids! They are a precious group of women!
I am in a Bible Study with a group of ladies who, for the most part, are military wives. Well, come to think of it they are all military wives. They are amazing women who sacrifice just as much as their husbands. I have had the privilege of getting to know each of them and seeing the real sacrifices of a military wife. They amaze me with their ability to remain strong for their children as they take on the role of Mom & Dad for as much as a YEAR! ONE ENTIRE YEAR. Some of them go even longer. I can't even begin to imagine that type of lifestyle, but these ladies are so strong and courageous.
We centered our theme around Thanksgiving. I made a Maple Glazed Stuffing & Roast Pork. We also had a fresh salad with a homemade Italian dressing, homemade cranberry sauce, quick creamy corn, Pierogi Casserole, Brie with Apricot topping, buttery rolls, & herbed broccoli. For dessert we had fudge brownies, Turtle Pumpkin Pie, & Death by Chocolate Cake!
We have already scheduled our next one & it's gonna be a dessert theme! Better start dieting to prepare for that one!
I feel so blessed to have such an awesome group of ladies to spend time with!
