The Marvelous~~~

“It is always the simple that produces the marvelous.”
Amelia Barr (1831 – 1919) US author, journalist

Two months…
Two months have passed since I have written here and much has happened, as I am sure much has happened in each of your lives as well. I often think of you, miss reading your entries, and in my heart, I hope that these two months have brought each of you a world of joy, happiness, and love.

Over these two months:
• Many members of my family have struggled with illnesses.
• My sister-in-law suddenly passed away from a heart attack. She was 63 years old.
• My granddaughter was bitten by a dog. Thankfully, the dog had its vaccinations and she received only minor skin lacerations.
• My neighbors of 30+ years sold their home and are moving to a neighboring town.

On the plus side:
• Estranged members of my family reconnected.
• We have all reassessed our priorities in life. Suddenly, our careers seem far less important than our relationships with each other.
• My cousin in NFLD bought a computer and is sending me incredible photos of my mother’s birth place. Several photos are of the sea crashing into shore. They are etched forever in my heart and mind. A story of a sailing trip fills my senses with awe and fascination.
• Treasured friends have overlooked my negligence in answering their emails and have continued to offer me support along with their friendship and love. I am blessed beyond measure.
• Spring is here. Birds serenade me as I work in the yard. I inhale deeply and I am glad to be alive.
• I am learning to delegate some of the overwhelming responsibilities of my job.
• I am devoting as much time as possible to my granddaughter as she opens my eyes to a world that is full of discovery and simple joys. She is my heart.
• OD has not deleted my diary despite my absence.
• You are here, and I am grateful.

May you cherish each and every moment. May you take time to pause, reflect, breathe in deeply, and embrace the love that surrounds you.

With love always~