Being Alive

Sometimes, I complain about little ailments in my life.  The occassional fever, or perhaps an injury that needs repair.  I've broken one bone, needed 15 stitches to close a would on my head from a ice skating incident, and I've needed surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon.  But these heal and I go on my merry way.

Some people, though, deal with illnesses that are terminal, or have no cure.  I can't imagine what that is like.  I have my few quirks in my body, but compared to other people's medical issues, mine pale in comparison.

I'm thankful to be alive and relatively healthy.  And for those that have those unique illnesses, I have a desire to support you and do what I can to make your life easier.  

Doctor?

I had a chance to see a friend of mine graduate from the University of Florida with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.  I can't believe it's been four years already since he first started the program.

I loved the ceremony, right in the O'Connell center where I graduated with my Bachelor's degree 16 years prior.  There is a great sense of accomplishment when you finish your degree.

I'm proud of Travis for completing his coursework to graduate today.  He and his wife are expecting their third child.  They have a great family.

Thanks for letting me be a apart of this great accomplishment.

And Go Gators!!!

Recital

Life come full circle.

I had a chance to watch my niece, Cali-marie Paje perform in a piano recital.  She's being taught by the same teacher that taught my brother and me when we were growing up.  Mr. Chancey.

I remembered how nervous I was waiting for my turn to perform way back then.  And the relief once my performance was over.  I was nervous for Cali, and I can tell she was too, but she did great.  She works really hard at playing the piano, and it really showed.

I'm so proud of you Cali.  I'm grateful that you are carrying on the music talents of the Paje family.  You are already a wonderful musician and hope that you will continue to grow that talent through the years.

Paint

Lazy Day

Today was a lazy day.  Besides going to eat lunch with a friend and run very few errands, I just stayed home and watched TV.

I did feel like I was wasting my life away, but sometimes you just need this down time.

Thankful that I had downtime :-)

Service

Helped a lady in my church ward (congregation) move her things in a U-haul storage to her new apartment.  She had two 10'x10' storage full of boxes and furniture.

I'm just grateful for the three men and one woman that helped us today.  Fortunately we were able to get most of her items moved on the first trip.   As always, packing is slow...unpacking is fast.  

But nevertheless, it's a great feeling to serve others.  God really makes sure that we receive those good feelings.

Next task...helping another lady paint her house on Saturday.  Where's the roller?

Ben & Jerry's

So there's Dove ice cream bars, and Häagen-Dazs.  But one of my favorites is still Ben & Jerry's, chocolate chip cookie dough or phish food.  I had the latter over the weekend.  


Good comfort food, especially with the whirlwind of life that is going on right now.


Thanks Ben...Thanks Jerry.