Thoughts

The last few weeks I have had lots of things running in my head..
With both Lisa and I loosing our dads with in 6 months of each other, my outlook on many things has changed. I am wanting those I love to know it every day, I cherish the days I have, and try not to put off things that are really important.
This last month I have had several conversations that have helped with some things I wanted to make sure were clear to all, I have been working toward several things I have wanted most of my life...
The day coming up this weekend is one of those that most people like to go out and buy things to show their love.. I have issues with this, not that I dislike getting things or buying things for others. but that people think that is what they should be doing. I like the special things that are done anytime, not because of a day. My dad liked to get Mama flowers, and he did it most Fridays, but I know that there are times he would just because.. now that he is not here us kids are trying to do random things for Mama, just so she remembers that we care, even when she is feeling the worse. Those are the things that speak to love, not just one day a year (or 2 or 3 if you count birthdays and other special days).
This year John, Lisa, and I are planing on getting away for a day or so for this holiday, but more that it is a reason to, not that we think we have to. But I am working on plans for things that I can do all year long to show my love. Right now I have knitting projects for some people, and other ideas for some. There are still those that I have no ideas for, but I will keep thinking...
My challenge for this year is to find little ways to show my love all year..