November 27, 2008

Thanksgiving Day has made me quite reflective. My mom almost died Mother's Day weekend of this year, so to have her with us...with me at my son's home is such a blessing. Through UF Duke medical schools, the miracles of modern medicine unfolded and the guidance from the Lord took mom safely through a tretcherous path over the last 7 months. Truly an amazing journey and we are all grateful for her good health. My son and his wife are happily married and that is a blessing to watch and see unfold. His professional direction is on wonderful footing and her career continues to blossom. They are both gifted and unique, and I have the blessing of loving them and being loved by them. I am also thankful for my daughter and her husband and 2 girls. They are such a happy family too. I am grateful that both of my children have loving, special spouses. My best friend traveled with us to Pennsylvania and I think has enjoyed seeing this part of the world--western PA. He has been a real help along the way. He chronicles a lot with pictures and gets many great shots. Tomorrow is a long ride back to Atlanta--12 hours, but the time will move quickly I'm sure. There is so much to see along the way...and alot of West Virginia to see! Make sure that you tell a loved one today that they are dear to you. Don't be silent in this regard!