If only you could appreciate this picture the way I do, but then again, isn't our appreciation and perception of life what makes each of us,"us?"  These memories which we hold, near and dear, are a gift and an opportunity to celebrate!

Here he is, a small slice of him, my man.  Operating amidst chaos.  Calm and steady.  A man of few words, yet the few that fall from his lips are powerful. 

Has his life of nearly 40 years been all smoooooth sailing?  No.  Would one really only want smooth sailing through life (some days my answer teeters on yesssssssss!!!)?  Whether the answer is yes or no, for him, there have been plenty of rapids, a hurricane or two, and maybe a tsunami.  He, as a man, a husband, a father, a business owner (and so much more), would chronicle these events differently than I.  Be sure to stay tuned to his posts, 'cause they will be short yet strong! 

Sharing from my heart, I am grateful for the opportunity to have been, and still remain, here.  We are in this life-boat together.  I know, our being together is part of this... God's most richest (trying to really emphasis here!) opportunity for us to grow in trust, and continue to learn. 

Father, may it be... all while accepting your grace for us, and in turn, purpose to give grace to each other, for real!