Feeling

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I am feeling...

... better, slowly day by day.  My body is gaining strength.  My mind is able to handle more.  My emotions are still shaky

...relieved that the major high profile group I've been hosting had a good experience and is now on their way home.  Having to garner all my physical and emotional energy to help the group was excruciating but worth it.  It was a good time for all.

...happy that the rain has finally come.  I am celebrating by making chili and corn bread for dinner tonight -- a perfect rainy day meal. 

...exhausted! The last month has taken its toll on me and I want to sleep, sleep, sleep.  We should be able to get away this weekend for a long-weekend family vacation where we should be uninterrupted for 2-3 days.  Hoping for some comfort, some quiet, some good family times, and some moments of reflection and thankfulness.

...sad that Pat and Kris and their kids are leaving us tomorrow.  It has been as if part of our own family has been visiting.  What a delightful and comfortable time for us.  We hope they come back soon!

...hopeful that the rest of this month/year will go well, despite busyness and other possible trials along the way.  Looking forward to the holidays (yes, i know it's so early to start talking about holidays!) and visits by parents and friends in the months to come.

Full of feelings today... hoping for continued healing and stability and balance.  Welcoming August with open arms.  Thankful for the rain; looking toward the future with hope.

~lk

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