A member of Cheryl’s side of the family came through surgery better than expected last night (or so I hear, three degrees of separation from the source), and for this we are thankful.

A coworker of mine was unexpectedly discovered dead in their apartment earlier this week (apparently of natural causes), and for this we are saddened.

Two younger members of my family woke this morning with smiles, hugs and kisses; with trust in their eyes and love in their hearts, and from this I take great joy.