Ramblings

Well, 51 came and decided to stay. It was a nice day -- lots of emails, facebook comments, and phone calls. Spent the evening at J&L's with their two babies. One has colic and cries unconsolably for hours at a time. The other has realized this new baby is not going away and doesn't like that, so he cries out of frustration. I remember those days. Lin has unlimited amounts of patience and just carries on despite the howls and protestations of her two little boys. I admire her for that. She seems to understand, already, that these days will not last forever. I watched my grandsons throughout the evening and decided we are truly blessed. Each of them has claimed a place in our hearts just by making their appearance in this world. What is it that makes you so attached so immediately? Grace? A glimpse of unconditional love? Whatever it is, it's a marvel to me. I think I'll wrap myself in this warm, fuzzy, melancholy feeling for the day. It's gray outside, but not here inside.