For those who are left

My friend Reb kindly shared this link with me, which shows how therapy dogs* are bringing comfort to the many, many people living in the midst of a terribly tragic situation.
I am not ashamed to admit that it brought tears to my eyes.

Today, I am thankful there are people willing to take the time, patience, and compassion to help others.

Actually, I’m thankful for that every day.

*Gary‘s dog Penny is also a therapy dog. They currently work with the elderly, but Penny is now in the long process of becoming a hospice therapy dog as well.

Pre-Home Tour pictures

I’m sitting with my feet up, taking a break from addressing 150 what was I thinking?!? envelopes.  I should be making wrapping mailing doing something about Christmas gifts.

stash of supplies and other mess

The kids had their last day of school for 2012 yesterday.

H-J gets his wisdom teeth extracted this morning because we know how to start Christmas break out on a fun note!

And I’m still not ready for the 2012 Holiday Homes Tour.

Please come back on Friday to see the place picked up and festive.

😀