Rememberance

Today is a day that beckons me to pause and consider the tragedy that forever changed our world ten years ago.  It is hallowed by the lives who were lost and the families who still grieve.  I cannot believe it has already been a decade.  I remember it all in vivid, and petrified recollection.  I had a student this week ask me if I thought that Americans would still remember this tragedy 100 years from now.  I considered the question for a second and realized that the answer to that question is what motivates me to teach.  I answered, "it's my job to make sure they don't."  As I write this blog and consider all that was lost, I find myself feeling incredibly blessed and grateful for all that I have. 

 John Thomas and I had so much fun this weekend.  We didn't have any visitors this weekend, but managed to stay plenty busy.  He was still looking for "Mimi" though, so I had to wrangle one more shot from last weekend.  Mary, please don't kill me.  Thanks for introducing us to "Toddler Tunes" because it's been on our TV almost every night this week!

Saturday we had a unexpectedly busy day.  We left the house at 9:15 and didn't get home until 7:30!  It included Nana Gay's, tailgating, Italian ice, a walk downtown and an impromptu water park splashfest with Lola!   

Sunday was the usual; church, lunch, playtime, nap time and the rest is TBD.  This week, John Thomas will be 17 months old!  Talk about time flying!  He is getting cuter by the day and has quite the sense of humor.  I love to watch him learn.  He is an avid book lover, a water lover (as of 3 weeks ago), an animal lover and he loves to snuggle and laugh.  He is such a special little boy. P.S. Happy Birthday Nicole!