These got a little mixed up in the order of things, but I wanted to share about my "gone away" (since I couldn't have a going away party as I'd lived in Texas for a month and a half by then!!) party, hosted by my amazing former roommate, Emily.
Dear friends of mine who were a part of my small group Bible study for years in VA.
A picture of most of the girls that showed up
Emily went ALL OUT when it came to decorating, and made me feel like I needed to get more texan!
She made me red velvet cupcakes, too. One of my favorites!
She and her dad, one of the only gents there for a while!
Her sister, Sarah, also a good friend.
This family often invited me to share holiday meals with them when I lived in VA so I wouldn't have to be alone for the holiday.
I call this "adopted family"
My dear friend, Annie, who was in my small group from day one.
Another shot of the small group ladies
Emily, Erica and I. Erica is a good friend from church.
Emily even cut out a map of TX to hang on the wall!
My two beloved roommates, Emily and Caroline. I love them both!
The ice-cream cake I got for the party. Thanks Em!
Finally, at the tail end, my dear friends Francis and Joanna came. They go back to the church I went to when I lived in San Francisco.
