Thursday, December 18, 2008

Finding Joy In Lifes Ups and Downs!

We have less than 2 weeks! Yikes. I woke up this morning feeling overwhelmed with all the little things left to do. My "List" tells me I'm on track and things are going good but my eyes were looking around at all the spots in the house that still need packed. DJ and I had our usual morning chat (this one lasted over 2 hrs!) and I felt much better after that. He truly is my better half.
Yesterday we found out that our flight from Rome to Palermo (capital of Sicily) was cancelled. I called Orbitz and they got another flight scheduled for us. So now we get to spend almost 9 hrs. in the Rome airport waiting to fly to Palermo! I'm sure there's joy in that somewhere!! I had to mail our tickets back to Orbitz and then wait 48 hrs before I have to call them so they can send us new tickets. Not so impressed with their customer service. At all.
The smell of gingerbread cookies is hanging in the air and there were smiles on the kids' faces as they came in from school and saw their after school snack.
Another snow storm is moving in tonight and we are so happy there'll be a white Christmas:) I hope you are finding joy in the simple everyday things.
Thank you for all your comments. We appreciate you!

3 comments:

  1. Hi Sweet Friend!

    Jan I love the picture of you and the kids! Sorry DJ is missing. I also love the addition of the music. It made me immediately tear up. Beautiful music does that to me~I am a softy for touching music. Your blog spot gives me a warm cozy feeling. It makes me feel like I am in a cozy chair in your cozy home having a chat with you. I didn't realize how much I already miss you. You are an inspiration to me Jan!
    If there is anything I can do to help relieve the stress by helping you get ready to move, please please let me know. I would love to help!
    Love you!
    Laura

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  2. Sorry to hear the 9hr layover in rome.Will be praying for you all.Put it in Gods hand,and what is meant to be will happen.Thank for your help this past month.Finally trucking again,but now dealing with very bad road conditions all over due to weather.Just very thankful that i have a job

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  3. Merry Christmas my Sweet Friend! May you have a blessed day with your family. Only 6-7 more days till you get to see the love of your life! and start a whole new fun and exciting adventure!
    Happy day!
    Love ya,
    Laura

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