Wow, I can't believe it has been so long since I have written anything! Actually, I do know it has been a long time - I just couldn't think of anything worth saying. Now I know many of you find that very difficult to believe but it is perfectly true. I have thought about my silence and have come to the conclusion that I may be suffering from "the winter doldrums". You ask, "what in the world is that" and my answer is..."I'm not exactly sure but I am going to take a stab at trying to answer that".

We have recently heard that a wonderful young woman has been diagnosed with breast cancer and many of us are heart broken. I recently attended a funeral in New Mexico of a young man that grew up with my girls and grieve with his parents and sister. Our church is in a state of transition because Jeremy just started as our youth minister and we are interviewing candidates for the position of campus minister. And to top it off, I am gaining weight! Wouldn't you think all of this combined would send someone over the top? (I had to throw in the weight thing for something light and silly.)

Having said all this, I must say that life is filled with "stuff" and we ALL must continue to remember why we are here. It isn't to be on top of the world all the time. Nor is it to sit around and feel sorry for ourselves. God's love, grace and power can and does help us with each and every situation. Yes, I hurt with Jenny as she struggles with cancer and the treatments. Yes, I cry tears with Doug and Bonnie as they grieve for the loss of Brad. Sure, I know it takes time to develop relationships as new ministers join our church family. And, of course I am going to gain weight...twinkies in the desk drawer are drawn to the hips!

We are here to help one another on this life journey. Remember, with God all things are possible. Doldrums or not, I praise God for each day and know every day is a true blessing from my awesome God.