Easter Blessings

This time of year always brings such strong feelings of gratitude for me. I love the spring and the prospect of upcoming warmer days ahead. I also find myself thinking about the blessings of Easter and the presence of Jesus Christ in my life. Without the mercy of Christ my life would be hopeless and sad, it is because of His sacrifice that we can find the beauty and happiness He wants for us in our lives. Another memory of spring brings bittersweet joy into my life. My dear friend Eric Driggs died 9 years ago last week. I think of him with such fondness, the days I spent with Eric were ones I will cherish forever and I am a better person because of time spent with him. Every spring when I think of Eric and celebrate what his life meant to me, it makes me want to be a better person and spread kindness and service just like he did.

I am also overwhelmed with gratitude for my beautiful little family. Lucy couldn't be cuter and I couldn't love her more. She's learned who her mommy is and is just not as happy in the arms of anyone else. I secretly LOVE that! Finally, I'm thankful for Chris. He works so hard to make his two girls happy and comfortable. I've made some poor choices in my life and I'm just so happy that I had the presence of mind to make the correct choice about who I wanted to spend my life with. Plus, he's sooo good-looking.

Well, thanks for letting me run on and on about my charmed life. As a reward, I've posted a few pics of Lucy in her Easter dress and eating rice cereal for the first time. Enjoy!!