Sunday, January 4, 2009

We Were Pounded!

Sunday night after church services we got ready to attend what we thought was a class finger food fellowship. When we walked in for it (yes, we were late because I was talking!!!), we realized it wasn't just our class, but our friends who were throwing us a "pounding" for our new home. For those of you who don't know what a pounding is, it is where people bring a pound of this or a pound of that. We were shocked beyond belief that this was even happening let alone the things that were brought for us. We got so much food for our pantry and cleaning supplies for our cabinets. We even got 4 sets of brand new towels, Coke canisters for my Coke kitchen, Coke glasses, a clock to go above our mantel and new baking dishes! The kids were even pounded with a basket of their favorite snack foods, 2 boxes of Capri Suns, and new alarm clocks for their room! We always knew we had friends at Henderson, but this was such a blessing. We know we are loved and we love each of you in return. Special thanks to Sandy and RoRo for getting it all together. Sandy even took pictures because she knows I have to have pictures of everything! We will always remember this time!

22 comments:

Stephanie said...

What a great surprise! You all deserve it!!!

Laura said...

What great love! I've been meaning to mention the new house? When are you guys moving in?

Kim said...

It was so fun to see you totally surprised. We had to threaten Daniel not to tell tonight on the way to church.

AndreaLeigh said...

wow! i've never heard of that. what wonderful and generous friends you have.

Rune said...

What a lovley friends you have:)

And gratulation on your new house:)


Wibeche

Arika said...

It was a blessing to be able to help out a family that is ALWAYS helping out others. It is nice to be able to return the blessings that you bestow on us all! :) We love you!

angie {the arthur clan} said...

Oh my goodness ~ you must have been in complete shock! What a blessing for you and your family.

Sandy said...

It was lots of fun and if anyone deserves to be pounded :-) it's you guys!! Congrats on the house. I hope your pantry is full now!!!

Amanda said...

What a wonderful surprise!
You won't have to go shopping for a while!!
l,
Amanda x

* said...

What a blessing! God is so good!

Mrs.Naz@BecomingMe said...

What a precious surprise and outpouring of love!

Brittany said...

It was so nice to do something fun for you and your family...you are always doing nice things for others...it was finally your turn. The best part was you were totally 100% surprised and it brought tears to my eyes!

Smelling Coffee said...

What a wonderful surprise and blessing! Your family must be very loved. :-)

Jillian said...

Congratulations on your new house!!!

Aunt Julie said...

Oh, how sweet! My grandparents' church used to do this for members of the congregation.

Karin @ 6ByHisDesign said...

how great is that?!
Congratulations on the new house!

Bramblemoon Farm said...

This is SOOOO cool! What a great thing to do:)

Unknown said...

Never heard of a pounding! What a cool idea.

Blessings,
Michelle

RamblingMother said...

I am so glad to know poundings still happen. I haven't been to one in years!

Anonymous said...

How nice!! I have never heard of this but now I want to find someone who is moving and do it for them!! Congrats on your new home!

Adlibby said...

I've never heard of a pounding! But that is a fantastic idea. The next person I know who moves is gonna get a pounding! =) Love your blog! Congrats on being featured.

Rachel Ann said...

What wonderful friends you have...I'm sure it was a total blessing for you and your family!

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