The Secret of Saying Thanks by Douglas Wood
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This beautifully illustrated book reminds us of all we have to be thankful for. The book is best summed up by this line, "The more we say thanks, the more we find to be thankful for. And the more we find to be thankful for, the happier we become." A great book for Thanksgiving or anytime you need a reminder to be thankful!

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Shakespeare's Counselor by Charlaine Harris

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Enjoy the Lily Bard series.  Lily is a tough, but lovable character. As Lily has opened herself up to new relationships and become more involved in the community of Shakespeare, she is becoming a more well-rounded character that I want to get to know better.  The Shakespeare books will keep you guessing until the end.



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Honey and the Rock

In June, I had the privilege of officiating at my dear friend's wedding.  What a beautiful event.  The wedding was held on a grassy field overlooking a lake in beautiful upstate NY.  The wedding was held in the morning with brunch and cake following. Then we had time for a nap (or more camp-y activities) before dinner and dancing!  The Tarbox Ramblers were there to get us up dancing. A wonderful weekend celebrating a wonderful couple.

This Time

It is interesting because I rushed and rushed this week to meet a work deadline.  Now that the deadline has been met, I feel like I have nothing left to do.  This is, of course, not true.  It is just funny to have had a huge project to do and once it is done.  It is a burden that has been lifted.
So I'm trying to enjoy a little relief and moving on to the rest of my to do list!

Just to See You Smile

I heard this song by Tim McGraw on pandora a few mins ago.  I love it.  I do love doing things to make those most important to me smile.  and i love to see others smile too.  I'd be willing to do a little work to make most people smile....but to make my peeps smile as Tim says, "I'd do anything!"  But I'd prefer a happier end to the song.

You always had an eye for things that glittered
But I was far from being made of gold
I don't know how but I scraped up the money
I just never could quite tell you no

Just like when you were leaving Amarillo
Takin' that new job in Tennessee
And I quit mine so we could be together
I can't forget the way you looked at me

Just to see you smile
I'd do anything that you wanted me to
When all is said and done
I'd never count the cost
It's worth all that's lost
Just to see you smile

When you said time was all you really needed
I walked away and let you have your space
Cause leavin didn't hurt me near as badly
As the tears I saw rollin' down your face

And yesterday I knew just what you wanted
When you came walkin' up to me with him
So I told you that I was happy for you
And given the chance I'd lie again

Just to see you smile
I'd do anything that you wanted me to
When all is said and done
I'd never count the cost
It's worth all that's lost
Just to see you smile

Just to see you smile
I'd do anything that you wanted me to
When all is said and done
I'd never count the cost
It's worth all that's lost
Just to see you smile

Ain't No Sunshine

Sunday morning as I was going to church I started singing Ain't No Sunshine when you're gone to my husband.  Out of nowhere.  The song wasn't on the radio.  As far I as I can remember, I haven't heard that song in a long time.  And yet, there I was on Sunday morning singing it.
I love when this happens.  I find our brains to be amazing things that work in very mysterious ways.  There are many times I wish mine worked better at remembering what I needed to know when I needed to know it.  But for the most part, I stand in awe of the human brain.
I'm having a stand in awe kind of week.  I love it.  And I'll continue to be thankful for brain that sometimes works in ways too mysterious for me to understand!

Two Less Lonely People in the World

Last weekend I had the honor and privilege to officiate at the wedding of one of my dearest friends.  4 years ago, she officiated at my wedding, so it was time to return the favor.  Saturday dawned bright and sunny.  A perfect day for a morning wedding.  At 10am everyone was seated facing a beautiful lake when my friend and her (now) husband came riding up in a golf cart.  They walked together down the aisle and were married.  It was lovely and beautiful.  It is always a delight to be included in such a fabulous moment.
It must also be said that their wedding cake was delicious.  I know because I ate 3 pieces that day.  Don't worry, there was plenty for everyone.