Break is over.

Well, I am back from muggy Florida. It was great to see the family, but I am glad to be home.

I saw my "granny" and she looks great for 94. I loved being with her and I cherished her kiss as I left. We have had such great talks as of late and I hope to carry them with me always. If this sounds a little morbid, it's because I know that each time I see her, it may be my last. We have talked about this and its "ok".

My Dad is so so. This is just how he is and I also know that each time I see him, it may be the last. It's alright there too.

My Mom was just down right stressed. Please pray for her. I don't want to publicly write all the things going on in her house, but it's bad and ugly. We all need prayer for how to handle some of the situations there.

The highlight was seeing my sister, Tammie. I love her so and we always find something to laugh and cry about, together. That's the way it has been our whole life. Her and I against the world. I love you sis.

I met my 4 month old niece, Haley. She is a true cutie. She weighs 25 pounds and looks like the Michelin Man on TV. Many rolls and many little smiles. It's amazing how resilient children can be to the world around them.

My nephew Eric is a true joy. He often came to me and told me he loved me. He showered me with kisses. This kid is a blond, curly headed, three year old, gift from God. As my granny used to say "I could eat him up with a spoon".

My nephew Michael, was very quiet. There are so many crazy things happening in his life. He is not so resilient as he is older. Please say a prayer for this 10 year old boy going on 40 years old. He walks around with the weight of the world on his shoulders.

I got back on Thursday and I was dog tired. I had a meeting at school on Friday and I will start back to normal teaching tomorrow. The good thing is, I am in the home stretch. I am 3/4 of the way done with my first year teaching. Ha Hooo.

I hope all of you have a great week.