Florida

I went to Florida last Thursday for a few days to visit some dear friends. It had been about 3 years since I've seen Susan and while I talk to Yvette often it is always on the phone. It was so relaxing and fun to chat and laugh in person. There is something calming about having those friends that even if you don't see them or even talk to them often you can pick up talking like you have never been apart. We could talk honestly about what we are learning, what we should be learning and what God is doing in our lives.

It was a little cooler than I thought Florida would be, but I always love to go to the beach and the sunset at Siesta Key was gorgeous!

New Year, Fresh Start, No Mistakes...Yet

Growing up I always liked the early morning hours, the beginning of the week, the first of the month and of course the first day of a new year. There was something fresh, invigorating and hopeful to start a day, month or year. I loved the line from Anne of Green Gables, "Tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it...yet". As I've gotten older I haven't appreciated the "firsts" like I used to. I have become a bit indifferent. So my New Year's Resolution for 2011 is for a new appreciation of the "firsts" starting with today...the first day of a new year! I added a couple of other resolutions as well to make it a list. :) I do love a good list! Happy 2011!!