I
never would have predicted that I would blog every day for an entire year. But
I did in 2013. I guess I got somewhat burned out and have been quite lazy about
blogging in 2014. Not that I haven't experienced... Eat... Pray... Joy every
day in 2014. I have eaten plenty and tried several new places in 2014. I have
taken less photos of food than I did in 2013. I'm guessing it got a little
boring seeing pictures of what I had for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day.
I
continue to pray daily for friends, family, etc. Prayers of thanksgiving for my
friend, Susie. She came to Texas in mid May and finished packing for my move
to Addison while I worked. I could not have done it without her. In June, on my
heart and in my prayers was my friend, Karen and her family. She had so
much to deal with over the past several months. I was taken back to those days
in 2008 when I dealt with my aging parent, three kids, etc. There are so many things
that come up when dealing with your aging parent. Illness, surgery, their
fears, your fears, etc. It is all so stressful emotionally and physically. In
my case my mom waited until the last days and moments to handle end of life
decisions. My heart goes out to anyone dealing with an aging parent and
especially my friend, Karen.
I
continue to find Joy in every day. I have been very fortunate over the past
several months and have experienced much joy! I found a new place to live only
two miles from my office rather than 18 miles. My lessened commute brings me
joy and saves me major bucks and time. In April I, with my three children,
attended the wedding of my niece, Amy, much joy was had by all! It was great to
have all three children in one place for the family occasion. The
birthday of my youngest son, James, was in late June and we had a family
celebration for he and my niece, Amy, and their June birthdays, I felt blessed!
Next, I looked forward to celebrating the 4th of July in my new place in
Addison, very close to Kaboom Town. I had hopes of sitting back in my pool,
enjoying a beverage (or two or three) with friends and watch the fireworks to
celebrate our nation's birthday! Part of those were realized as I
grilled burgers for Kari and Alys on my new grill, had several Cosmos and we
enjoyed the pool at Kaboom Town time. Alas, we could only hear the fireworks on
7/3. The company of friends, burgers, drinks and the pool was great though! The
next day, 7/4, I drove to be close to Josey Ranch for the Carrollton fireworks
show. I located the perfect parking lot on a hill and had a wonderful view of
the show. Pictures never do fireworks justice, unless of course you are a
professional with professional equipment. I was blessed to have one of the best
views in town. Watching fireworks always brings me such joy...I love all of the colors!
