It's another windy day outside today, and I'm sure I'm not the only Southerner who's looking up and being mindful of the storm we had just over two weeks ago. Our neighborhood is FULL of old oaks, and some folks around the corner are planning on having theirs taken done to the ground soon. Sad to hear that, especially when Gary and I both have said that those trees really *make* that property look special. Folks are scared, though. Seeing numerous trees on top of houses will do that. But folks recover, and I'm always amazed at our resilience.
Today's the least one's ninth birthday, so it's all about her. Well, with her winning personality, it's usually all about her no matter! My sanguine child who's got an attitude about life that's all fun and more besides. I could learn from that. Anyway, she's requested chicken enchiladas for dinner with rotel dip and tortilla chips, followed by Italian Cream Cake (had to capitalize that because it's so darn good). In a cute comment last night, Gary asked if we could wait to give the new Barbie until dinner, since he seemed to want to see her open it. Like she needs a new Barbie, he says at Target last night? Well, yeah! Her other request was a magnifying glass that he found for her---with her bug fetish, guess it'll come in handy. We tend to give lots of little presents throughout the day, so birthdays are usually full. I'm enjoying her joy.
Must go now. More clothes to wash (as it's an excellent drying day with this wind), and schoolwork to go over. Enjoy your day. I'm going to focus on birthday thoughts and any worries about bills that are due will, hopefully, be shoved aside. Note to self: God is in control. I can't affect the outcome of what He's planned, but I can work on my trust issues.
