Is this month about over??? It’s just crazy how many things a person can get themselves into all at once.

We finally are through with school for the year, as of 1:00 this afternoon. This makes me think I may have some time to just breathe but it never  works out that way. 18 graduated Sunday with many honors and even more scholarships. She will at least have the first year of college completely paid for – including room/board and gas for her car. Hurray! I wasn’t so sure we could pull it off when she chose a private college, but she managed to do it herself. She graduated magna cum laude. Not only is she a great student, she’s a terrific organizer. Many of her teacher’s have depended on her at times and she always manages to be there for whatever is needed. But then, so are my other daughters.  I’m so proud of all of my children!

I’m having a few  problems accepting the notion she will be leaving in a few months. In fact I’ve had to fight back the tears on several occasions. Just not something a mom has a handle on easily, I guess. sigh.

I haven’t mentioned my nephew, Danny, lately. We’ve been so encouraged with his progress. He can get around his house without using a cane most of the time and, except for grocery shopping and the like doesn’t use his wheel-chair much at all. He was able to come to 18s graduation reception (we had it outdoors at the local lake) and was visiting eagerly with everyone. The next day mom called with the news he had had a stroke. Does this bad news ever stop?!? Believe me, work or not, God and I had an intense conversation. Then Danny’s dad called and let us know it had been a very mild one. No lasting visible signs and within a few hours had been dismissed from the hospital and allowed to go home. An MRI should let us know more details. Thank you, God, for answered prayer.

Now the best for last! 16, 18, and I are leaving Monday for 5 days in New York City. We’re staying in a hotel near the airport in New Jersey and have a very busy itinerary. We’re so excited! I have, since I was very little, dreamed of seeing a Broadway musical and next week I will see two - - (dance of joy) - - I normally avoid cities, crowds at all costs and I will admit looking around where we will be on Google Earth has already got me feeling quite claustrophobic, but Broadway is calling my name, and I have answered!

Life is GOOD!  -cindy