Morning everyone from not so sunny Southampton.
Since my last day at the NHS my feet as the saying goes haven't touched the ground. So for any of you who have been enviously thinking of me laying in bed in the mornings, agonising over who to meet for coffee or lunch and then deciding which film to watch in the afternoons let me assure you I'm working as hard ( if not harder) than ever. And I'm loving it................
My first day, and I mean literally my first day being the Saturday saw me up at 06:00 as we had the Watoto Children's choir from Africa come to Bedford and perform in Harpur square at lunchtime then give the most amazing concert in the evening at Bromham Baptist Church. My job (very ably assisted by a friend of mine called Oscar) was to prepare a meal for them and the helpers which was an absolute delight. Especially when my friend and I presented 'Jelly on a plate' for dessert accompanied by an enthusiastic (if not necessarily tuneful) rendition of the old nursery rhyme 'Jelly on a plate, jelly on a plate, wibble, wobble, wibble, wobble, jelly on a plate!' Despite the laughter the children (and adults) seemed to enjoy such a simple dessert dished up with lots of ice cream and fruit.
We were then repaid a thousand fold when the children gathered to say thanks and sing a blessing to all of us who had prepared their supper. I think I speak for all when I say there wasn't a dry eye in the place, and that included the guys. This was followed by a massive round of hugs, smiles and thank you's making it one of the most memorable catering gigs I've ever done.
The choir is coming to the end of their 6 month tour for this year but have a look at their website to see what amazing work is being done with these beautiful children who's lives have been turned upside down by war, disease, abuse and many other traumas we pray our children never have to experience. www.watoto.com
So, then a lovely Sunday with the family before getting stuck in to trying (pretty much in vain) to get my office at home organised and wade through all the outstanding paperwork, get the car MOT'd (failed but only a tyre needed so really grateful for that) then down to Southampton on Thursday morning.
You'll see in the right hand column the link to the Anne House website and for those of you who have been reading my blog for a while know from my Easter 2011 posts what an amazing exhibition of Prophetic Christian art this is.
When I emailed Anne to say the answer to my prayers about work was 'resign' and told her the date I finished I got 'Great - exhibition going out to Fareham, Hampshire 29 June -can you come?' So, here I am at the start of what we believe is an exciting time for both of us with Anne painting again and me being able to devote significant time to following up on enquiries for the exhibition, other projects involving the art and generally supporting Anne in this powerful ministry.
We felt from the moment we met last year it wasn't a coincidence - much more a God incidence and now, in God's perfect timing we're both really excited to see where he is going to take us.
These pictures are from exhibition in Fareham - just a small selection to give you a flavour of their size. There are 34 all together, most incredible in their detail and composition. Visit Anne's website for a better idea of the pictures content. If anyone is interested in having one of the exhibitions then please email me using the address on my profile.
Anyway, have to dash as it's my last day here and I'm heading back home after lunch as it's the Bromham show on Sunday. Needs lots of prayers for good weather as I understand the forecast isn't that good!
God bless to all and be in touch soon.
Love
Jules xx
p.s. - I'd love to get some feedback on this blog so please feel free to leave comments and any suggestions for topics you'd like me to introduce/muse upon.
Since my last day at the NHS my feet as the saying goes haven't touched the ground. So for any of you who have been enviously thinking of me laying in bed in the mornings, agonising over who to meet for coffee or lunch and then deciding which film to watch in the afternoons let me assure you I'm working as hard ( if not harder) than ever. And I'm loving it................
My first day, and I mean literally my first day being the Saturday saw me up at 06:00 as we had the Watoto Children's choir from Africa come to Bedford and perform in Harpur square at lunchtime then give the most amazing concert in the evening at Bromham Baptist Church. My job (very ably assisted by a friend of mine called Oscar) was to prepare a meal for them and the helpers which was an absolute delight. Especially when my friend and I presented 'Jelly on a plate' for dessert accompanied by an enthusiastic (if not necessarily tuneful) rendition of the old nursery rhyme 'Jelly on a plate, jelly on a plate, wibble, wobble, wibble, wobble, jelly on a plate!' Despite the laughter the children (and adults) seemed to enjoy such a simple dessert dished up with lots of ice cream and fruit.
We were then repaid a thousand fold when the children gathered to say thanks and sing a blessing to all of us who had prepared their supper. I think I speak for all when I say there wasn't a dry eye in the place, and that included the guys. This was followed by a massive round of hugs, smiles and thank you's making it one of the most memorable catering gigs I've ever done.
The choir is coming to the end of their 6 month tour for this year but have a look at their website to see what amazing work is being done with these beautiful children who's lives have been turned upside down by war, disease, abuse and many other traumas we pray our children never have to experience. www.watoto.com
So, then a lovely Sunday with the family before getting stuck in to trying (pretty much in vain) to get my office at home organised and wade through all the outstanding paperwork, get the car MOT'd (failed but only a tyre needed so really grateful for that) then down to Southampton on Thursday morning.
You'll see in the right hand column the link to the Anne House website and for those of you who have been reading my blog for a while know from my Easter 2011 posts what an amazing exhibition of Prophetic Christian art this is.
When I emailed Anne to say the answer to my prayers about work was 'resign' and told her the date I finished I got 'Great - exhibition going out to Fareham, Hampshire 29 June -can you come?' So, here I am at the start of what we believe is an exciting time for both of us with Anne painting again and me being able to devote significant time to following up on enquiries for the exhibition, other projects involving the art and generally supporting Anne in this powerful ministry.
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| A few of the paintings from New Generation - creation section |
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| Crown of Thorns and other depictions of the new life we can all have |
(more piccies in the next bit)
We felt from the moment we met last year it wasn't a coincidence - much more a God incidence and now, in God's perfect timing we're both really excited to see where he is going to take us.
These pictures are from exhibition in Fareham - just a small selection to give you a flavour of their size. There are 34 all together, most incredible in their detail and composition. Visit Anne's website for a better idea of the pictures content. If anyone is interested in having one of the exhibitions then please email me using the address on my profile.
Anyway, have to dash as it's my last day here and I'm heading back home after lunch as it's the Bromham show on Sunday. Needs lots of prayers for good weather as I understand the forecast isn't that good!
God bless to all and be in touch soon.
Love
Jules xx
p.s. - I'd love to get some feedback on this blog so please feel free to leave comments and any suggestions for topics you'd like me to introduce/muse upon.
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