"Not Now, I'm Busy"

It's summer, and we're all busy. I'm not sure why things seem to speed up the moment school is out and the weather turns hot, but that's been what I've observed over these past &# years. (No, that's not a typo, it's vanity).

For what seems like forever, but actually turns out to be the past couple of months, we've been busy with family activities and responsibilities. A daughter and son-in-law moving to the area, the birth of a granddaughter, baby-sitting for four grandchildren, watching an occasional Texas Ranger game on the tube (and groaning when they snatch defeat from the jaws of victory), taking part in church activities, and--as the opportunity presents itself--even doing a little creative writing. So, if I get a bit behind on posting on this blog, I hope you'll forgive me. One lesson I've learned is that family comes first. And for me, it always will.

I hope each of you will continue to fill your days with the "stuff" that makes up life. And for the writers among you, write when you can, but don't neglect to live life to the fullest. Take advantage of the opportunities that crop up. They won't always be there.

Have a great weekend. Oh, and happy birthday, Ann.