random bits

Death and dying has been rather prevalent these past few days. So, many stories of lives ending.
Some sudden and unexpected losses. Others predictable - just a matter of time. Reminders to focus on the here and now. Don't fret about the small things. Make amends. Be thankful for the time you have. Be present.

Being a parent has got to be one of the most excruciating processes. Finding the balance of protecting your child and allowing them to experience failure and disappointment. Not being the one to save them from their mistakes, so they learn how to bounce back. Guiding them to make good choices. Consequences.

Never ending laundry.

The rain has returned.

I need boots. There is a local shop that is expecting an order. I have been waiting patiently for their arrival. How great would it be if I could find a pair without treking across the city. My black mary janes have cracked. I have had them almost 9 years. They have been resoled twice. They are my favourite shoes for work. I can't believe I need boots and shoes at the same time.

I have decided to read The Lovely Bones in preparation for Peter Jackson's film adapation set to be released in December.

I am thinking about gingerbread. We are hoping to photograph the making of gingerbread for our Christmas cards. We give out gingerbread for St. Nicholas Day. The last few years we have scaled back our production but I am keen to step it up this year.

A football game this weekend. We shall not be home for Halloween. We have not carved a pumpkin. We have not bought candy. I am pretty sure it will be raining.

Tomorrow evening dinner with friends in the middle of rides to dance and foot ball practice.