Moments

You ever have a moment? A time that holds you back even though you try to let go, a part of you just wants to have the release of sweet emotion but it comes out in partial small tears when all you need is a chance to just let it all out in crocodile tears. I had those moments on Wednesday the first day of August, yes more than one.  I turned a year wiser, more appreciative, blessed, loved and as of recently-overwhelmed.  Overwhelmed by the great and unexpected blessings in life that I have been given.  I am in great health, have an amazing husband, parents, in-laws, siblings and friends.  I am constantly touched by the memories, love and words that my family use to bring me to that moment.  

In the shower I had my first chance to let it all out but it did not come out of me.  I was thinking on and praying in thankfulness for all that I have in my family, everything else is just extra.  My mom called me on my way to work and just not being with her and my immediate family makes it hard on my day. But mostly just the overwhelming appreciation and feeling of love that is between a parent and child- no matter what we have gone thru. 

A friend, Amy, sent me an app card if you will, just the words and the love that comes with it.  To be remembered always feels good on special occasions. 

One of my aunts that I grew up with sent me my annual e-card.  She recalled a moment when I was just a baby, something I would never be able to recall, and the thought of her protection over me brought me to wipe what tears came out and swallow the rest as I was in the office working.  

Darren always makes my days better, his thoughtfulness, my choice dinner, and he even picked up a giant cupcake for us to enjoy.  

It was a great way to end the day.  Soon I will get my goals for the next year together and jotted down.