a breath of fresh air

My dad, sister and I spent Boxing Day at Lake Louise. Oh, how I love that place!

Writers block...

I think I officially have writers block!

This last week was really rough. I feel the weight of others' emotions and pain this time of year. Over and over I have had conversations where people need a chance to vent, cry, yell, laugh or be silent. What a blessing to come alongside others--no matter where they are in life. I love love love to share life with others!

Because I am now so tired... I am finding that I have entered "vacation mode" a little early this year. Today I don't want to write papers anymore. It is almost as though my subconscious is protesting as I try to make myself sit down in front of my computer and type. I just can't do it! Maybe it's the blank word document staring me in the face, or maybe it's the lack of knowledge I have... whatever it is, I think it is going to be a LONG night.

A little over a week ago I went to the Morton Arboretum. I think that today I'd like to be here:

homemade...

So, I have been in a "phase" for a while now where I like to make things myself. This week's attempt... LAUNDRY SOAP!! It's actually pretty simple... just borax, soda, soap and water. I made half of what I was supposed to, and still ended up with more than a gallon. The best part is that it cost me about $2 instead of $10! Woo hoo!!!