snow day thoughts

there are definitely some perks to working in a school...the best one being SNOW DAYS! I decided that these days are just a little present--a gift, if you will, for a free day to with whatever you choose. And, no matter what you decide to do with it--you haven't lost a thing because it was a freebie! Therefore, my two hour nap this afternoon was the biggest accomplishment of my day... :) No, I did go to the gym prior to that--so my day wasn't a complete farce.

I also had some time to reflect on the significance of February 4 in my life. I always find a sense of wonder when I look back at past events in my life...how God weaves things together in ways I never thought possible. But, this particular day has some significance that only those who are closest to me will fully understand. Two years ago, on February 4, 2005, I "adopted" a new boy into my life. A little fuzzy, furball of a puppy whom I named Walker. I had never had a dog, so being that it was a step of faith for me, his name was derived from Peter (in the Bible) whom had walked on the water in a step of faith. I found his presence in my life to be a treasure of a learning experiences--both good and bad--but all preparing me (I knew!) for something interesting.


Then on February 4, 2006, I met the man that I do believe I will marry. Another year of learning experiences--and you can call me crazy for saying this--but all experiences I'm sure I probably would have dealt with differently if I had not had Walker in my life. During these two years, I have learned so much about no longer being just an I--but a We. I was always the first to admit that I'm a pretty independent person; but things change--and change is not a bad thing. I love having someone else in my life; someone to be real with, to laugh with, to cry with, to experience whatever God hands your way with, to forgive and be forgiven, and to love unconditionally.


Anyway, life is an interesting thing........February 4, 2007 didn't bring a whole lot of significant changes in my life--but I don't doubt in the least that God will continue to amaze me with his timing and perfect plan!


***I should note here that Walker is no longer part of my life. It's a sad story, one I still can't always share without choking up a bit, but I can tell you he is in a better place--as I do believe that all dogs really do go to heaven!