New Beginnings

It seems to me that if you or I must choose between two courses of thought or action, we should remember our dying and try so to live that our death brings no pleasure on the world.
-John Steinbeck

There have been so many things going on the last few days. Much happiness, saddness, excitement, and a wide array of other emotions that I can only describe as what comes with a new year.

My grandfather passed away a week ago today. It was a sad, yet happy time. He had been diagnosed with a rapid moving form of cancer about a month before and it is what brought him home to Jesus arms. It was hard because he was suffering a lot in the final days, so knowing he is in his Savior's presence with no pain or suffering is a comfort.

Mr. Dagenhardt and I celebrated three years of chaos on the 31st of December by heading to Asheville for a few days. We had a wonderful (childfree!!) weekend and got to focus just on us for a little while. I realize daily how blessed I am to be with such a wonderful man who loves the Lord, our children and me. I couldn't ask for more.

I think that's about all I've got for now. Still praying for the people of Haiti. I really wish I spoke the language (I think it's Creole in that area) or had some medical experience or something so that I could be of some help. For now I'll just stick to lifting them up in prayer to my heavenly Daddy, knowing that He is in control, and hopefully returning VERY soon!

love,
Jules