Adventures........

   Today would have been my third Wednesday, chemo day. Thomas was all smiles this morning, "No, chemo for us baby," Yea, no chemo for me.
   The past week has been eventful to say the least. It started with painting Linda's front door. Daddy had a 59 year old tree cut down, I had a couple of meetings, my ex mother in law passed away and I ended the week visiting with Cindy. It was one of those weeks where emotions were high and low.
   It's always good to spend time with Linda, to catch up on girl stuff and just be able to relax and enjoy a beautiful fall day with a friend. The sugar maple  was one of five trees that Daddy planted back in 1952. Just like all of us age was catching up with the maple tree as it had the other four before. To be on the safe side Daddy decided to have it cut down rather than a storm taking it down and falling on the house. Back when my girls were little Daddy hung a swing for them to enjoy. We found part of the chain that had growed into the limb. I helped carry smaller limbs to the burn pile and stack some larger ones to be split for fire wood. Even though Daddy is 85 he can still swing a mean ax!!
   Sarah, Sandra and I attended Mamaw Ruth's funeral on Friday. As the pastor begins to talk about Ruth's life, he tells the story of what the dash represents on our tomb stone. Those of you who read this blog know what the dash means--it's your journey, from the time you take your first breath till you breath your last.  The pastor did a great job talking about the things that Ruth enjoyed and the struggles with her health in the last few years. No matter what was going on in Ruth's journey she always had a smile on her face.
   Even though Cindy and I either talk or text each other every day it's always enjoyable to hang out with her in her kitchen.  Marty, her husband will come in every now and then to see who or what we're talking about. Most times he'll hang out with us. Cindy and I have been friends since the first day of kindergarden. If I reveal the year we started school that will give our age away.
   I looked through my notebook of poems and quotes and this one talks about how you spend your time....
                              
              Lord, I have to much to do, but it's all important. Help me to set priorities so that I don't
feel lost in the pace and the pressure. Give me the wisdom and energy to accomplish what's necessary
without wasting time or effort. Help me make the best use of my day, remembering that time is
a precious gift from you........

Life is good.....

    I headed to the back porch swing with a piece of persimmon pudding in hand and Bristol followed me out. As we set down you could just see the top of the sun as it slid behind the trees. The sky looked like you had taken a paint brush and made a few swipes across the sky. Different shades of orange and yellow against the clouds and what was left of the blue sky.  I told Bristol, "look at your surroundings Bristol, what more could a person want". He must have agreed with me cause he turned around and gave me a big lick. He must have been feeling the same. The quietness of the evening, the sun setting, the field's of soybeans that had been harvested the day before made you aware of all your blessings. It's times like these that are far better than any meditation book.
   Life is good....life is getting back to normal. My list of blessing's are long, Thomas, Sarah, Sandra, Daddy and Mom. My circle of friends and my BFF's who have lifted me up with their thoughts and prayers. My home and my puppies (kids). Everyday we should take a few minutes and remember all those who have been a blessing to us. As you set in your quiet place reflect back on your day and those who have crossed your path. Look around at the sky, the trees and even the grass. Each is a blessing for us to enjoy.
   It's suppose to be a beautiful fall weekend. Get up from your couch and get outside and enjoy the blessings.