Cookies!

In this constantly changing, technology-driven universe in which we live, I am delighted to know that the quintessential care package from home will never lose its appeal - cookies on a computer browser have nothing on cookies in a care package!  On Sunday, youth and advisors met after worship for an afternoon of cookie baking and card making for our recent high school grads.  Before getting down to the business of creating care packages, we were first well-cared for by Corinne, who lovingly and generously made a feast of a lunch for us, and by Ann, who assisted Corinne in setting up and serving the meal. What a treat it was, from the beautifully decorated tables to the scrumptious food that was served, including decadent cupcakes to top it all off.

Satiated and content, the kids worked hard at making gorgeous, personalized cards for every one of the seven seniors to whom we sent care packages.  The cards were colorful, thoughtful, and well-made.  Meanwhile, we had three Cookie Bosses in the kitchen who churned out over 10 dozen (!!) cookies of 5 different varieties.  We were excited with the end results of our efforts, and so pleased with the time we shared with each other in creating the contents of the care packages.  Our time together ended with the "unofficially official" game of youth group, Apples to Apples, where I continued my losing streak, never managing to win a SINGLE hand during ANY game.  :o)

Some photos from the day:

Gorgeously decorated table, awaiting us

Corinne serves up a feast!

Hard at work, making cards

Cookie Bosses

what a great helper!!

the gang!

Impressive results

Ready to be shipped!

All of the packages went out Monday afternoon... which means that, with any luck, those cookies are now being devoured and shared with friends!