Yesterday was a long day for me. I hit the road at 8:30 to drive back to Crossett for a funeral. My old roommate has had a very rough weekend, one I wish no one had to go through. She lost her father early Saturday morning. He found out he had Colon cancer about a month ago. Two weeks ago he went into surgery to have it removed and part of his liver that had a spot on it. He seemed to be recovering well, but then Saturday he went home to see the Lord. All of this really got me thinking about all I take for granted.

I have a large, extremely loving family that I don't try hard enough to stay in contact with. I know it is hard with everyday life getting in the way, but I have time on my hands when I sit around and watch movies or whatever that I could be writing, calling or emailing. I talk to my parents every day, but sometimes it is just a hi or goodmorning...not always a 'what's going on in your life' talk. And I know I don't talk to my extended family often at all.

I just want you to know, I love you all! I'm going to try harder to be more connected this year! I miss you!

Love,

J