Louisville (Day 5) a few days late

This has been one of the most amazing conferences I've ever attended in my entire life. Well. Kinda. Let me first of all say that I have never met so many rude women in my entire life. Nor have I ever seen so many women flock to a bar directly after a worship service ended.

Ok. Clarification is needed. As for the rude part...rudeness is just part of life when almost 2,500 people are packed into one building with little room and little "bubble space" left at the end of the day. As for the alcohol comment...I must admit that I cracked up when walking into the conservatory of the Galt House right after evening plenary only to find the entire area packed with Presbyterian women enjoying a sip of wine and good friends just before bedtime. However, some ladies needed a little pick-me-up or shut-me-down, and I noticed several martinis and margaritas. :)

I am exhausted. My feet ache. My feet hurt. They are numb...I've walked tons the last few days.

On a much more serious note: This has been an amazing five days. I've really enjoyed my time in Louisville, and this has been an incredible meeting. I have met women from throughout the US and across the globe, and I am encouraged and humbled by the deep love and concern for children that I've seen exhibited.

I met an elderly woman today who grew up in an orphanage in Texas. She spoke very highly of her former home and teared up when I told her what I do and how much I love my job. I also met one new Kenyan and had a wonderful conversation with her and my "old friend". Both were astonished that at the age of 23 I am not married. They took my business card and bookmark and promised to pray every day that the Lord would send me "a beautiful young wife" who could handle 24 children. LOL.

Anywho...I am exhausted and looking forward to a rest. I head out Thursday for the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic Presbyterian Men's Conference.

I'll keep you posted.