As I left, the rector (who seems to be very special himself) asked if he'd given me a prayer book before. I said no and expected him to go get a monthly devotional, or something I'd used in other churches. Well, he came out with a Book of Common Prayer, the same version in the pews---but not a hardback, but a bendy-pretend-leather sort of cover. Such a treat. I really was blown away.
Then we talked a minute about what sort of church our family is used to---just bits of learning to know us. And as I left, the rector said that if I come back on Thursday, for the other morning prayer service of the week, I can expect a crowd. Maybe 4-6 folks. :)
Set a good tone for the rest of the day. I came home, took a nap and will go out with second son in awhile. He wants me to join him in looking at things at a restaurant supply store here. Might be able to find a new teacup---always game for that. But, trivia first. Do you know why chef's shirts are double-breasted? It's so when the shirt gets dirty on the top, it can be re-buttoned opposite to cover up the stains. I never knew that. As to the restaurant store---second son is going to buy himself a couple more of those very shirts. So cool. I wouldn't mind one myself. Would look great as a jacket.
Must go. Enjoy your day.
