Apr. 29, 2006
Real Shopping Fun
Tonight I got together with my bunco group and we did something out of the ordinary, we didn't play bunco. Instead we went out to eat and surprised one of our members with a shopping trip.
A few weeks ago one of our dear friend's house burned and we have been discussing how we can help. Churches have donated, those of us who have extra furniture in storage have given that and many in the community have helped out as well. But what could our small group do to lift our friend's spirits and make it more personal?
We decided that instead of playing bunco and using the money for prizes we would use the money to buy our friend some clothes. We also decided we'd like to donate more than the usual playing money and the whole idea grew. We also kept a secret from her.
So, after supper tonight, we whisked her away and imagine 6 women pulling clothes off the racks, and packing her away in the dressing room to try it all on. She thought it was great fun and was laughing and sweating and changing like a mad woman. We were on a tight schedule so we were swapping sizes and critiquing outfits in high speed. We took so long chatting through supper that we only had an hour and a half before the mall closed.
What a fun night. She came away with three new outfits complete with shoes to match and two new purses. And we came away feeling blessed for the opportunity to help our friend.
Comments
Apr. 29, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by momto3blessings
Oh How fun. Isnt it awesome to be able to Bless someone like that.
Apr. 29, 2006 - Awesome
Posted by jaminacema
What a great way to bless your frind! She will remember this night for the rest of her life! Bless you all!
Apr. 29, 2006 - Awwww....
Posted by Amber
That is SO SWEET!! She is blessed to have you and the others as friends:) Sounds like you belong to a GREAT church!
Oh yeah, what is bunco?!
0:) Amber
PS~ Thanks for the compliment on my blog.....do you know how to fix it?
Apr. 29, 2006 - Wow :) how cool is that!!
Posted by Suzie
That was so awesome of you all to do for your friend :) I think as Christians we need to do that with our friends and our church family.... :) I am so sure God was looking down on you all smiling like a very proud Father :).... Suzie
Apr. 29, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by writmm
What a blessing for your friend and for you and your other contributing buddies. We are always blessed to be able to give to others. And Jesus is smiling brightly at the new clothes you all purchased for him.
Apr. 29, 2006 - Hi
Posted by AmoScribo
I saw your post on insects and wanted to que you to our oldest's blog, TheEntomologist- he works hard to put lots of pictures up there- hey, you could preserve that black widow in a jar with isopropyl !
Allison C.
Apr. 29, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by drewsfamilytx
What a fun idea!!! And a great blessing to your friend... :-) Don't you just love helping others out? It truly is more blessed to give than to receive!
Love,
Marsha
Apr. 29, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by nsremom
What an amazing way to spend money. Gracious and generous Bunko group you have!!
Apr. 29, 2006 - Way to go!
Posted by mcrgintx
I'm proud of your bunco group! Can I join and be in the fun too?
HUGS
Apr. 29, 2006 - how fun!
Posted by ClagettsFLStyle
What a great way to minister to a friend!! Wish I could have been there.. it is so much better to give then to receive!
Apr. 30, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by eyecorn
Melissa:
I started crying as I read about your friend trying on clothes. How sweet and thoughtful. May God bless you and your friends...what an incredible story of love and friendship.
Michelle
Apr. 30, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by JenIG
that is really really special. in 95 our house was flooded and we lost nearly everything. we were so BLESSED tho because so many Christians who loved God really ministered to us and all of our needs were met. it was so amazing and i'll never forget the love we felt directly from God. i am sure she was so blessed by you guys.
:)
May. 1, 2006 - Wonderful!
Posted by dawilli
What a wonderful blessing for your friend, and for all the rest of you as well!
A great ministry opportunity for you all, it just makes ya feel good to even read about it!
Keep it up,
ali
