Staff Retreating

Sunday-Tuesday of this week was our annual Cornerstone Winter Staff Retreat and it was so much fun!! We had a really awesome time hanging out as one big family, laughing at each other and laughing even harder with the kids. Man am I thankful all the staff have such adorable kids!!

We did have a few meetings, but most of that time was spent being open and honest with one another about what's been going on in each of our lives. A lot of our staff have some really heavy burdens weighing on them and it was really nice to be able to help carry those burdens for one another. The unity we are experiencing right now is nothing short of a miracle and incredible blessing!!

As much fun as the retreat was, it was still a little hard for me. Our August retreat comes at the end of the summer when I am ready for a break. This one, however, comes a week before we start everything up again, so I was constantly thinking about all the things I need to finish before next week. I know I should have enjoyed the hours of free time, but I found myself frustrated that I lost 2 days of work. I also got out of my normal exercise routine (although I did manage to find ways to exercise), so that made me kinda frustrated too.

So, today has been a great day so far! I was able to get up and go to spinning (which is still my absolute favorite way to start the day!! I missed it on Monday!) and have been working basically nonstop since then...and I have gotten a lot accomplished!! Yay!!

I think part pf my stress at the retreat came from the fact that I am going out of town again tomorrow night. I will be flying to Alabama to spend the weekend with 2 of my friends that I haven't seen in at least 3 years. They were with me my first year in Philly and I was a bridesmaid in their wedding 5 years ago, so I can't wait to see them!! But, that means I only really have 2 work days this week, and WAY too much to do. Kids Club starts next Tuesday!!

I guess I should get back to work then, huh? Off I go! I do love to be productive!