A Sad Weekend

An unexpected death in the family has had me going to funeral homes and funeral services, all the while fitting them in between previous committments.  To make matters worse, the Hubs is on a fishing trip and I am braving these events on my own.  Tonight I am sitting here alone, trying to figure out the meaning behind losing a 36 year old dynamo.  I'm not getting any closer to understanding it, but maybe time will help.

A New Author

My BFF has been trying to get me hooked on Janet Evanovich.  I have read a few of her books, but told her I find them a bit "fluffy".  She insists the Stephanie Plum series is one I would enjoy.  In fact, she was so sure of this, she bought me the first book (One For The Money) for Christmas.  I must admit, I have been enjoying it.  Then yesterday I noticed an ad on TV for the movie, which will open this Friday.  I have about 30 more pages to go, so I'd better get it finished.  The Hubs is going on a fishing trip this weekend, and this may be a perfect time for the girls to catch a movie!

Back to Normal

The Christmas decorations are finally all put away.  It took me all day, and I'm sure the Hubs had an ulterior motive when he invited company over tonight, but I am done.  Now I am ready to enjoy pizza and cards with our guests.  And tomorrow I can do whatever I feel like.  I will probably spend the day knitting, but I can't rule out a walk in this great weather.

Gratitude

There is an old quote (forgive me if I can't remember the author at present) that goes something like, "If the only prayer you ever say is 'thank you', that will be enough".  Now, maybe it's because I let the Hubs handle all the stresses of Christmas shopping, wrapping, etc., but I seem to have replaced my usual post-holiday coma with lots of pleasant memories.  My house seems cozier, the neighbors friendlier, and my family more of a comfort than ever.  I gladly went back to work this morning, ready to take on the new year.  One of my resolutions will definitely be to take more time to smell the flowers.