Today I have found myself in the unusual position of having a little extra time on a Sunday morning.  My wonderful husband got the very overtired kids to bed early while I was at work last night, so everyone got up on their own with plenty of time to get ready for church.  I don't know about the rest of you, but that never happens in our house.  For some reason, Sunday is the hardest day of the week to be on time, even though church starts at the same time every week-- and is the latest scheduled departure of the week!
    So I thought I would spend a moment to talk about how thankful I am for what I have.  I'm not going to list all the little things that I'm thinking of.  Here's the important stuff:  we're happy, healthy, safe and together.  That's what matters most in my family.  God has been really paying careful attention to my family lately-- I feel particularly blessed with my family life right now.  I have gotten to spend some unexpected time with people who really matter so much to me.  That is what means the most to me:  family.  However you define it, whatever it means to you, these are the people your heart thinks of even when your brain is occupied with other tasks.  All of you who fit that category in my life:  I love you!  Thank you for being you!  Take care of yourselves and know that I am thinking of you.  May God bless you all and give you a bright day.

CL