Cutty

  I have always been afraid of the dark.  But growing up and becoming a parent, I have learned to overcome that (along with other fears), so that my children will not grow up fearing trivial things.  

Someone in the past I am grateful for... my MIL. She didn't live long enough for us to develop a strong bond.  My husband was her favorite child and we felt her love.  I am sure she still prays for us and our intentions.  She didn't get to meet our children but I know she is watching over them too..    

I do not remember the exact time I laughed so hard that I cried.  But, this always happens when Vic and I share a private joke, or when I see Roderick Paulate acting masculine in Okidok.  But, have you ever experienced laughing so hard, you think you are going to pass out?  I have, a couple of times, found something so funny that I could only laugh silently and could barely breathe.  Hehehe.  Fun times.  

This got me thinking, "What is my favorite place?"  In spite of everything, my home is my favorite place. 3 Things I love about my favorite place: 1.  My family's refuge 2.  Comfortable and convenient  3.  Filled with memories  

 I stumbled upon a "challenge" that I thought would be fun and something I can actually do.  I think this will help change my mindset and prepare me for the coming holidays.  Here goes.... Today, I am grateful for the following: 1.  Time for prayer 2.  Convenience of travel and parking when we visited the cemetery 3.  Free lunch