Shining Down

Living one winter in Grand Rapids taught me an important lesson.  I don't appreciate the simple things in life until they are gone.  The sun did not shine for the whole winter, and I missed it terribly.  There is something about basking in the sun's rays that is luxuriant and indulgent, and I don't want to let today pass without thanking God for a beautiful open the windows kind of day.

On a more trivial note, good fortune shone on me yesterday.  I drew the best number during a "dirty Santa" gift exchange, and I walked away with the best present there.  It will be in my son's Christmas stocking.  I almost feel guilty. :)