I know, wasn’t that picture a scream Karla. Jon found him in the dining room just as I was finishing up preparing dinner in the kitchen. Hudson didn’t wake up to eat that night either, he was carried up to bed and stayed asleep… Thanks for the kind words. It’s good for me to write things out because then I have a tangible reminder about the joys of slowing down and stopping to enjoy the quiet moments. I tend to be a “busy” person and Hudson joining our family has really slowed my pace. In a good way. I know you understand exactly what I’m talking about. Happy New Year, so enjoy your blog. And look forward to all the 2016 Small Town Rambler projects to come!

Dear Lauren, thanks so much for dropping by today. Also your kind and gracious words. Every time I read that poem I get just a little misty-eyed. It means (and has through the years) meant a great deal to me: trust without sight. Now we see through a glass darkly. So glad it spoke to you too. I love meeting new like-minded friends, one of the joys of the blogging world. I look forward to visiting your site and getting to know you. xo

Yes Karen, that’s exactly what I don’t want to do….wish the years away. And then wonder later how I missed it all. I want to experience it, feel it and be content in it. Even the hard stuff. xo

You’re a very gracious person Chey, and I always appreciate your kind words and encouragement along the way. I know we’re in different circumstances and parts of the country, but especially , and maybe because of that, it gives me joy that we’re able to connect and be part of each other’s life. I love your beautiful blog. And resonate with your honesty and transparency. It’s been a year (bleh) and I’m glad it’s over, but cheers and hopes for a wonderful year ahead for you and Boy at the Subourbon Country Cottage….(did I get the name right?) xoxo

Thank you friend. All our love to you and B, and prayers for a joyful and healthy 2016 ahead. xo

Thanks Carina. Cheers to 2016 and enjoying the process and new adventures ahead. Look forward to your posts and hearing about the goings on and thoughts from Winnipeg! xo

So Soozzzzz….yeah that’s you. I have to refrain from writing here when I’m in that kind of a funk. It happens, like other things. I’m thinking about you as you’re waiting, working through the medical/insurance maze this week. Praying you’ll be successful and still have your sanity. xo

Thanks for the kind words. friend. I know you’ve had an incredibly busy year. Understatement, right? Yes, cheers to a new year and new adventures in 2016!

Thanks for dropping by Sallie. Loved the pic. of your beautiful growing family, thank you. xoxo