My
writing critique group meets Monday evenings at Panera Bread. With its coffee house feel and big food menu
it is perfect for little meetings. In fact
every week our little group is surrounded by Bible study groups and coffee dates.
A few
weeks ago I was the lucky winner of a giveaway hosted by Cassie over at Two in Diapers. I won a Panera Bread gift card! With our tight budget, gift cards are almost
life changing for me. I don’t take
little surprises like this lightly or count them as “luck.” They are little gifts from the Lord. Like He was thinking about me and picked up a
gift card for me to use on Monday nights.
Another
thing I love about Panera Bread is their “MyPanera” program. Just register the free key chain card online
and have the cashier swipe it with every order. Freebies and discounts will be automatically
loaded onto your card. No more forgotten
coupon. No more disappointment in the check out line.
Last
night I had a hot English Breakfast tea and a (free) Shortbread cookie. In honor of the Olympics, I felt very
European. These little blessings, little
moments of peace, make a happy life. But
only if they are savored.
Crit group was really good last night! Thanks for everything! =)
ReplyDeleteI had a great time, too!
ReplyDeleteLove me some Panera...a little slice of relaxation in the middle of a work day.
ReplyDeleteaww i really loved this.. you're right, it was a gift from the Lord. i think of these things in the same way. its not a coincidence. God new exactly what you needed. he is so faithful =) i am your newest follower, girl.. nice to meet you!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! Nice to meet you, too!
ReplyDeleteAbbie