Happy Labor Day

[cassierae8221]

Ah, labor day. First off, may I apologize to everyone at Valpo U or at IU... it's absolutely ridiculous that you have to go to school on Labor Day. I really felt bad doing nothing today while everyone was stuck at class. :( Except I really did a lot more than nothing. I ran 8 miles this morning on the lakefront. It was beautiful! It was

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moments

[anonymous]

Hey Cassie...it's Mrs. Talbert - You're so right about the routine of every day taking over. That was my life for a very long time. That's not to say that routine is bad. Routine is safe and comfortable. But it truly is the "moments that take your breath away" that make life interesting and exciting and leaves wanting more.

You're very lucky that you are realizing this now. I never understood it until Todd died. I must have missed lots and lots of moments in my past. But I am lucky because I do get it now and I am trying not to squander that gift. I am trying very hard to not settle into routine and cherish each day. I awaken each morning and before I even climb out of bed I look outside and am thankful that the sun has risen again and that I am around to witness it. It is in those quiet moments that I choose to start my day with a smile and an open heart.

Continue to fight the mundane - search for the extraordinary - and just always remember to pause.....pause and "Be still and know that I am God".

Thank you for all your kind words, your smiles, and your prayers. My family is stronger because of people like you.

Mrs. T