New Year

I returned this afternoon from a fun weekend away. The Marianite sisters have a house on a lake about an hour and a half from here. I celebrated the arrival of 2007 with seven of the Marianites (including three whom I live with) at a vacation house about an hour and a half from here, on a lake. It was wonderful to have time to walk, play games, and laugh. We had a very nice prayer service. As midnight approached fireworks from multiple directions lit up the night sky above the water.
A year ago I had not even imagined that I would be in Louisiana for the beginning of this year. I am grateful for all that happened in 2006. As I reflect, I realize that it was a year filled with new experiences, adventure, surprise, and growth. I welcome with open arms this new year! I wish all who read this ( and those who don't), all those I know and love (as well as those I don't know or find difficult to authentically love) a happy and blessed 2007!