"It's Been a Long Night and I Am Weary"

I think many of us can relate to how this tree is feeling. It has tried so hard to stand up straight and be strong and fight against the weight it has been given daily. But finally, it just said, I'm tired, and it's OK to stop fighting now.

My heart is broken and very weary. Our friend, spiritual father, relationship advisor and teacher has decided to join with the tree and realize that it's OK to stop fighting the long battle he has bravely fought. As I sit at my desk, reading through everyone's memories, accomplishments and healing because of my mentor, I can't help but be so proud that I knew this man and knew him outside of the high school and pastoral realm.

I have never been more excited for the month of November to approach. I am marrying my best friend in November and my Dear Friend is the reason we are able to celebrate a wedding on that day. Brian and I have reached "the end" of our relationship on a couple of occasions. But before we actually decided to break things off, we decided to go see Our Friend to gain wisdom and insight. He saved our relationship - he believed in us when we didn't believe in us.

How I wish I could see him at the end of the aisle when I walk down to meet my groom. How I wish we could enjoy learning about married life from this great man. How I wish for so much more after he has already given so much. I love you so much. I am so grateful for your support, love, revelation, life, and most of all teaching us how to be sons and daughters and how to be Fathered.

A greater man I will never know.

A Fun Snowy Surprise!!

This is what it looks like outside my house right now - snowy but dreary. Its not even a happy snow yet! But just a moment ago my day got much much happier!!

I received a box from FedEx and I was so excited and partially confused because I was not expecting anything, well atleast for a few more days anyway :)

This is what I found in the box, how cute is this wrapping??

And as I further opened the package I found an adorable cookie inside with our wedding date and a "K" printed on it. AND it's in our colors!

My initial thought was that some company was sending me free samples because I've been receiving endless marketing materials, etc from wedding businesses. But then I found a cute note inside from my awesome photographer Kristen Gardner! It made such a sparkle in my day and it was such a sweet idea! Thank you so much Kristen! You are so thoughtful!!

Now I have to decide if I should save it or eat it....???

Snow

I find it very amusing that in previous years those who have participated in the Virginian winters would complain that we would not get a "good snow". And this year, when we get a bit more snow than normal (just like everyone wished for) they are so disappointed. While I hate cold weather and do not enjoy spending any kind of time outside when the weather is miserable, I love what a snow day represents. Everything is quiet and more peaceful. Fires are built in the fireplace (or turned on by a switch - silly gas fireplaces) hot chocolate is enjoyed, books are read, rest is had, no one feels guilty about doing nothing all day.

Enjoy all these things that are available during your snow days - you may even want to prepare for Friday, a foot of snow is expected!!??