As we were driving home from our big
3,700+ mile trip on Tuesday
we were playing our usual “Thankful Game”….
One by one the kids went around the car
naming 10 things they were thankful for
from the trip. The conversation was lively.
We all had a blast.
The turn came to Ruby and Isaiah said,
“Mom!! It’s Ruby’s turn!”
I questioned her,
“Ruby! There are so many things from the trip!
What are you thankful for??”
Instantly she signed,
“Friends!”
Everywhere we went she had met many, many friends…
We all cheered for her signing “friends”
and then I said, “What else are you thankful for?”
Again she signed,
“Friends!”
Over and over….
Each of her 10 on her thankful list was
FRIENDS!!
And friends,
this summer we are heading across the country
to meet Ruby’s friends…
in one place or another….
This is
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
in some locations
and
some events are still being arranged
Here’s what the schedule is looking like.
[[These events are open to all!!]]
July 7th
Meet Ruby
[[Coffee Shop in St. Louis, MO]]
July 8th
Backyard BBQ
Meet Ruby
[[Chicago area, IL]]
July 11th
Meet Ruby
[[Library in Indianapolis, IN]]
July 12th
Dwight speaking both services
&
Meet Ruby
[[church in Indianapolis, IN]]
July 13th
Meet Ruby
Backyard BBQ
[[Columbus, OH]]
Western New York
visiting family and old friends
Saturday, August 1st
Church Service & Meet Ruby
[[Atlanta, GA]]
Sunday, August 2nd
Available
[[Atlanta, GA]]
Monday – Wednesday
August 3 – 5th
Available*
[[Atlanta/Macon, GA or Birmingham, AL Area]]
August 6th evening
Church Adoption Ministry
Meet Ruby
[[Huntsville, AL]]
August 8th
Meet Ruby
Backyard BBQ
[[Knoxville, TN]]
That’s the schedule as it looks right now.
We are super excited to be on the road
and trust me,
Ruby can’t wait to meet some of her friends!
{{The above events are open to all!!}}
*Available
These dates are still available.
We are praying that in each location someone
would host an event for the area.
If you live in one of the areas mentioned
as “available” and are interested in hosting an
event, please email me:
APlaceCalledSimplicity@yahoo.com
Subject: Your specific city
I live in the St Louis area, on the Illinois side. You should come visit my family's church. I sure hope to meet Ruby at the Acoffee Shop. I'll have to look up the address.
We will be giving details soon. I do know it's in North St. Louis area. Looking forward to meeting you Samantha!
Can't wait to meet Ruby Grace in St. Louis!!!
And Ruby can't wait to meet you. Her mommy can't wait either!!
Doesn't Ruby want to come to Denver?
Ruby asked about Denver, but we're angling across the country after Pagosa. Miss Everlly is turning ONE, so we are partying with that girl and then heading due east…And for the record – I cannot believe I have not hugged your neck yet!! I feel like we've known each other for forever!!
Hope you come to VA 🙂 Miss ya"ll and I cannot wait to see Mr. Saunders and Liberty this week!
Virginia is a possibility!
St Louis is excited to meet you!!
Where and what time
Details soon!!
Details soon!!
We would love it if you came down to the panhandle of FL.
Sophia! Doesn't look like this trip, but perhaps the southern sweep that we plan?? We have several in Florida screaming Ruby's name!! ha!
Hmm wondering how you are going to got from Western NY to GA…y'know that PA is right in your path?
You are *SO* right!! We are trying to figure a route out, but believe it or not, I was wondering if there was a chance we could meet you?? Been wondering it for a few weeks now. {Hence the letter this AM cause I've been thinking so much about you!} Have no idea where you live, just know PA. Email me.
Avondale Arizona would love to meet ruby and you
Hi Monica!! One day maybe we could meet up. Have you emailed me before?? APlaceCalledSimplicity@yahoo.com
Avondale Arizona would like to meet ruby and you
I have been reading your blog for a few months and was so excited to see St. Louis on the list. ( I live in Jefferson City, but would make the trip to meet Miss Ruby) However, I will be in your neck of the woods during that time on vacation 🙁
Oh well if that isn't comical??
Linny, I'm so sad you won't be through Oklahoma. Consider it?!?
We will be driving West from our last stop in Huntsville, AL..what part of Oklahoma are you in?? Email me! APlaceCalledSimplicity@yahoo.com
I am asking God to bring you Raleigh! Also, there are so many instances in which I wish to 'save' one of your blog posts because God is speaking so clearly through them… I wish for a Pinterest or Facebook button on each one. Love you!!!
Very excited you are coming through Huntsville!