Day: February 10, 2011

I took the day off to get some things done and while the sky is blue and sun is out thought I would also take Dutch to the park.  We set out to Wilcox park which is across the street from Suzi and Andy’s new house. Now, although Dutch likes Suzi and Andy, she is most enthralled with Peter, Isaiah and Johanna. I opted to park up the road about four houses since I knew they were not home. I let Dutch out and headed towards the hill to throw her ball.

Dutch was off and running as soon as we were out of the car. She ran across the street (not a busy one), past four houses  and sat on the porch at the Bos home. It was as if she was saying to me she just wanted to see if the kids could come out to play.

It was a sweet moment and a made me realize what a great arrangement we have….

Andy and Suzi provide the kids…

I provide the dog…

And everyone is happy!

Life doesn’t get much better than that!

It seems that today I read of many people’s lives that are devastated by tragic loss or sudden life changes.

I read of a little girl whose cancer has returned and at four years of age, has no option than to live her last days surrounded by family and friends.

I read of a man named Chad (http://sadandchara.blogspot.com/2011_02_06_archive.html) whose wife Sara was killed in a car accident and his first-born daughter was delivered 45 minutes after his wife’s death. He ended his blog last night with the following words ~ Miranda Evangelene Cole is taking her first steps tonight…straight into the arms of her mommy and Jesus.

I am keenly aware that around me people are hurting, some physically, some emotionally,  some spiritually….all I can continue to pray is “Lord, please show me how I can be a comfort to those who ache, an encouragement to the discouraged and a hope bearer, even in very difficult situations…”

I trust God will be near to each and everyone and let’s continue to reach out and love another well!