I had a blast on Saturday. Great jobs on your costumes. I honestly didn't think that Grant would pull off being a giant bunion. Joy had an awesome Tinkerbell costume. I'm not quite sure what April was, some sort of Best Buy ad, I think. Oh, and who hasn't wanted to see Scott with a severe head injury or Candice and Renae as their 2058 selves?
I think the photo scavenger hunt was a ton of fun. Take a look at the Facebook pictures if you want to see how much fun all of the other teams had. You are all so creative. Tombstone pizza? Genius.
How about Team Larson and their "You look small" picture. I can't stress enough that you need to check out Michelle's photos of her team's efforts. Oh, and apparently you aren't supposed to take pictures inside of Target.
I learned that I am no good at bobbing for apples, which after thinking about it doesn't really bother me seeing as April couldn't find a single gummy worm in a smallplate of whipped cream.
But seriously, thanks to everyone who was able to make it. We packed the house with people. Thanks again to Beth who put a ton of time into setting up the events and food for Saturday's party and of course to April as well for helping to pull things together. Also to me and Scott for being awesome.
Time to start thinking about the Christmas party...
Our first fall retreat was AMAZING! We all packed up on Friday and headed to
The services we had on Saturday and Sunday were really impacting and got a lot of us thinking. We focused on how to connect, grow, and go. Learning practical ways about how to better connect with others, grow in our relationship with God, and serve those around us enabled each of us to look at our daily lives in a new way and make positive changes.
Beyond the services, we also had a lot of time to just relax and hangout with each other. Whether we canoed, hiked, sat by the bonfire, or visited the local coffee shop for a much needed cup of joe, it was so meaningful to just spend time with friends and get away from all of the pressures a busy life can bring.
Last, but certainly not least, there is one story from retreat that must be shared . . . On our way home, a few of us got the chance to witness Jeremy spontaneously jump out of his truck and run through a field after a huge flock of geese. It was absolutely PRICELESS! Let’s just say it brings a whole new meaning to the phrase “on a wild goose chase”!
If you didn’t get a chance to join us on this retreat, make sure you plan on joining us for our spring retreat. It’s gonna’ be incredible!!
Thinking back on when the group started, I don't think anyone really knew what was going to come out of it. We just knew there was a group of people who needed something beyond Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. Looking back on where we were and where we are, so much has changed and yet I still have that same desire, to fill that gap between the Youth Groupers and the 30-somethings.
The Third Place has been more than just a hangout for me the past year. It's such a huge part of my life and I cannot express how much I adore everyone who has been a part of it. Even when I don't think I want to be around people, hanging out, walking, talking, being crazy (sometimes downright silly) with my Third Place family always cheers me up.
I have so many fond memories with the people in this family. Memories that range from playing Rock Band until 4 in the morning to cooking breakfast in a 5'x7' kitchen with 6 other people. I can't think of a better group of people to spend a weekend in Duluth with or a day at the Science Museum. Who else could I hangout at the carnival and then watch fireworks with....two nights in a row?
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The Third Place is where I go when nothing else in life makes sense. Work stresses, school deadlines, and family situations can all get pretty crazy. But when I get to a Third Place event or discussion group, I'm instantly surrounded by people who care about me and encourage me to be exactly who I really am.
Beyond getting to be myself, The Third Place is just so much fun! One of my favorite events was fondue night. Between trying figure out how to keep 10 fondue pots lit simultaneously and tasting chocolate-covered Peeps for the first time, it was a hilarious adventure! Needless to say, we laughed all night long!
Events like that are just the start of what The Third Place is all about. It's a genuine community of people who does life together. Whether we're talking about life's tougher issues or just hanging out on a Friday night, we always enjoy just being together.