Dear God,

I have decided that I am going to try to read the bible everyday of this year..apparently I can get through the entirety of it in 365 days. That doesnt mean I will understand or be able to philosophize or theologize about what I have read, it means I will have read it. I have the book The One Year Bible...that should help! Today I read online about a man, age 36 who died after a two year battle with cancer. His illness is not anything new to human kind, but he had made a video for his wife on her birthday, kind of as a thank you for supporting me through this battle. his story made it on Oprah, and all over the net. His blog is amazing to read, although very sad sometimes. What does this have to do with reading the bible, and really with anything...I was talking on the phone today with a friend, who was lucky enough to land a contract...she talks about the money she makes a contract teacher, and how it is so much, she doesnt know what she will do with it all...she doesnt mean it hurtfully, but as I talk with her, I feel more and more depressed and upset about my inability to have to also been successful in obtaining a contract or a permanent job..until I once again went online and read about Kristian and his battle with cancer, and his wife left behind with two little boys ages 5 and 3, the same age as mine...and then I am humbled...that I am healthy, that my children are healthy, that I have a home, and heat, clothes and food. Enough money to buy nice gifts for my children, friends and family, to donate to charity, to buy books and go to see movies, to enjoy a latte, or a meal out. I have struggles, yes, but my life does not depend on it..I have bumps in my journey, but they are small compared to the triumphs and tribulations. So just wanted to say Thanks to God, for all the blessings, and my thoughts and prayers are with Kristians family.

now for the rest of the story;

Finished reading War Horse yesterday, going to see the movie today. Cannot wait! Steven Spielberg, don't let me down! But has he ever?

Going to read a chapter in the Happiness Project today and going to start my next book, "for one more day" by Mitch Albom..funny story, I bought the book over a year ago during my brief time working at chapters, then when I was there boxing day shopping I saw it on sale, and bought it, forgetting I had already bought it...so guess it will be a gift for someone now...is that considered regifting?

Here is a good story for you...last year, my sister in law gave me a collection of dip spices that I had given her the year before...this year...she gave me a beautiful photo album...and you guessed it, I have it to her as well! She is the queen of regifting!!

Today, Davidson has a playdate with his best friend, so will be entertaining with little people this afternoon. After that, I think it is time to start putting Christmas away, as much as I hate too, it is time, and I want to use the rest of the week off to organize the rest of the house...the purging continues.

Still waiting for the call from Trish...when are you coming...I am thinking a scrabble game, some wine, and maybe some great Indian food!

I'm adding another resolution to the list....my "me time" will include more time with friends...the people that have helped sustain my life.

Anyway, off to start my day, have a terrific one!