Potluck and Potpourri

by Jaime Goldsmith

On April 18th the ladies of OCC gathered once again for another “ladies only” event. This time the ladies had an evening of Potluck and Potpourri. The evening began with mingling and social time, but there was an objective – to find the person who had visited the farthest location. It was discovered that we have some world travelers among us at OCC. Shirleen Geiger has visited Japan which was the farthest away. After our mingling, discussing our travels, and prayer, the potluck began. The tables were covered with many homemade appetizers, salads, casseroles, and desserts. The food was delicious and many returned for seconds. Many ladies enjoyed the dishes so much they exchanged recipes.

Eating is always fun, but the real fun began when the time arrived for the potpourri. Janet Teensma gave an introduction and explanation for potpourri, when we learned that “potpourri” is a French word that means “rotten pot”! Potpourri is actually a mixture of flowers, herbs, & spices that is kept in a container and used for scent. After Janet educated us on the pretty, good smelling stuff that we decorate our homes with, we were able to make some beautiful decorations to adorn the ladies restrooms throughout the building. Janet instructed us on how to make “potpourri vases” and also “potpourri sachets”, which we were able to take home and use to decorate our own restrooms or lingerie drawers. So take the time to notice and perhaps smell the “rotten pots” as you visit the ladies room here at church.

The food and potpourri crafts were all fun, but the real enjoyment always comes through fellowshiping with other sisters in Christ. Whether you are a new member or an “oldie”, we hope that you will join us for our next ladies event. The goal of all our activities is to build relationships and strength among the beautiful ladies both young and old here at OCC.

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