Visiting Hawaii was wonderful. I would never have imagined a place so beautiful, a people so friendly or a peace so inviting. We had a wonderful time.

This wonderful time was followed by a crazy time in Orlando. Work called and I answered. I can't complain though because I scheduled it.

Now I am back to work for a week only to be followed by surgery on my foot. I'm scared but know that I must go through with the surgery if I am to experience life the way I want to.

I am thankful for everyone around me - my husband, my children - natural and step, my mother and sisters - natural and through marriage, and my friends. More importantly - I am thankful for the ones who have been in my life and no longer are present on earth.

Life is precious - breathe, enjoy, experience but handle with care.