Frogs like Starbucks

Sunday after service at Trinity there was a surprise farewell party for Kim. Even though some of the planning was done right in front of her, she remained completely clueless about the party.

Joanna, Mrs. M & Melinda all made lasagna. Melinda also cooked up a batch of Machiko's spaghetti. Others provided beverages, and assorted side dishes. While everyone was eating they were able to watch the first part of the Japan trip's DVD. I had worked on the DVD Saturday and managed to get Day 1 finished up.

After food there was some fellowship for a while. Then the games started. First up... that silly "Lame Horse" cup game. After a few rounds of that it was time to search for some pirate booty!



After big booty we played some weird apple game, and then it was time for the evening service. John Custis spoke on why Christ died for our sins. It was a very good sermon and I enjoyed everything I heard.

After the service there was a Post-Party Party at TCBY for Kim. Kaitlyn and Ellen were closing at TCBY. When we arrived at TCBY we found Annette was there. So the 7 of us had some great conversation... albiet, Kim was a bit quiet. However, Joanna and Kim really seemed to get along great and had some amazing fellowship. Although, I thought Kim was being abnormally quiet... but I just put that down to the fact that she's leaving us soon and was sad.


That's Kim on the left and Jo on the right. If you're wondering what Jo devoured it was this:

Jo's Dessert

Kim really enjoyed her beverage. I'm not sure what she got, but in the picture below you can see her drinking it down.

Kim enjoying her drink

The next day Kim, Kaitlyn, Melinda and I met for lunch at Claim Jumpers. We had some good conversation, a few funny stories, and some shooting of the nerf gun at the ceiling fan. After lunch Kim had a chance to drive the 'stang. We took it to get gas (with one tiny pit stop you can ask Kim about) and then it was time for her to get home and continue packing.


Later that night it was Ultimate Frisbee. It was a pretty drive with a gorgeous sunset and a couple of rainbows to keep me company for my second trip to P-Town that day. The Ultimate game was short and sweet. With both O-San and Will sitting out the game was pretty mild, and due to the shortening of the days the game was over all to soon. As usual, the next stop was Starbucks. Kim showed up just as everyone was heading to Starbucks.



Before Kim left for Alaska she wanted to get a blog set up. Since I've got a little experience in that department I offered to help her. Setting up a blog at www.blogger.com is a very easy process, especially if you already have a gmail account. In no time at all Kim was up and running.

Welcome the world of blogging Kim. I expect to see pictures of your trip back home and many pictures of Alaska. You can view Kim's blog at http://kimberly-upton.blogspot.com.
As the night wore on people began to leave. For many of us this was the last time we'd get to see lovely Kimberly before she left on Thursday.


The goodbyes were heartfelt and tender. Many were reluctant to say "goodbye" and oft was heard the murmurs of "see you later" or "until next time."



There was a fair amount of final snapshots taken to help us remember our fond times with Kim. She's been a joy to know and the loss of her presence will be felt by many. I'm sure more than a few tears were shed tonight. I myself am not normally one to choke up for a teary goodbye (unless others start it, then I'm not responsible for what happens).

The way people were giving long, sincere, emotional and tight hugs I'm sure Kim knew she was going to be missed.

Well, by most everyone at least. I'm not sure what O-San did to deserve this... but I do know that my car was caught in the cross fire!

She hasn't even had that gun one day and she's already taking down mustangs. Any moose, bear or wolf that gives her grief on the drive to Alaska better watch out.



So... you might be wondering why I titled this "Frogs like Starbucks." Well... as I said earlier.. I'm not normally one for a teary goodbye... unless a bullfrog jumps down my throat. As I was driving away and lost sight of Kim's car... it occurred to me that I wont be seeing my new friend for quite some time. Right as I was contemplating that I must have yawned. It has been a long day... so while I must have been yawning that bullfrog that's been hiding from me jumped right into my mouth and crawled down my throat. My only guess is that he needed a ride home after hanging out at Starbucks.


You will be missed Kimberly. I'll hope and pray that you have a safe drive home.

Goodbye ... Until Next Time.