Angel

Christmas is rapidly approaching..and I have mixed feelings about it this year.  We are down two family members...  One almost on the other side of the world and another may as well be that far away.. just as hard to access.  Its gonna be quiet come Christmas morn.. well quieter than usual.. don't forget there is an 8 year old eagerly waiting to tear into his presents and a 17 year old that will be right beside him.  I am wishing for all a very Merry Christmas from the bottom of my heart.  Remember to hold close those you love.

Lend me a Helping Limb

Life doesn't always live up to our expectations.. Ha..thats an understatement of the century!  My family has taken a few hits these past few months (years) and it's been a struggle to find the silver lining in the rain clouds.. yet with all that has been going on we still remain strong and solid as ever.  Sorry to be so cryptic, but some things still need to be kept private in this "everybody knows everything about everybody" era.  Art, Music and Photography has helped keep me distracted and sane and able to focus on the day to day celebrations.. like this amazing sky and obnoxiously beautiful tree.. What helps you?  If you don't have an answer.. figure it out.. life is short.. life is hard.. everyone needs a crutch or two.