Juggling part-time teaching, caring for my Dad, taking care of our home and being a mom to my college son are the greatest gifts.

Today is a normal Monday with laundry, taking care of my dog, feeding the wild life birds, preparing meals, cleaning, paying bills, helping Dad, running errands in town, following-up on appointment calls, and so on.

My Dad is always appreciative for all I do for him and our home. He is good about thanking and praising me. His words were different today as I brought our lunch into his room. He said, “You Do So Much For Me.” I was grateful to hear this phrase from him and smiled as I said, “You’re Welcome.”

I needed to hear his thank you in a new way to remind myself I am where I am supposed to be and at the right time. Of course, I dream of taking a vacation and I believe I will someday. In the meantime, I escape in my writing, reading a book, going for a walk or doing something small for myself.

We all have different obstacles and good stories in our lives. Many of us do share similar experiences and we need to continue to reach out and help one another. Please do not feel you are walking alone.

January 6, 2025 Jennifer S. Churchill