To Blog, or Not to Blog...

It has been such a long time since I have made time to blog.
I guess that means it has been a while since I have taken the time to pause, reflect upon, and write about the goings on of my life.

I looked at the date on my last entry, nearly 2 months ago and was tempted to just not sign in until
October 2nd.

But here I am, in the few shorts minutes that I have, trying to pause, reflect upon, and actually recall the past 57 days.

The blessing for me in looking back is generally all I can recall are the highlights, the good memories.
If I were to blog everyday I think the low points would most likely rise to the surface and dominate my thoughts and conversation.

So I guess the gift in waiting to blog is it gives time for the cream to rise to the top.
All the good stuff floats up and is what I remember most;
Visits with good friends, family and loved ones,
birthday and anniversary celebrations,
camping and outdoor adventures,
and time with the remaining 4 kids who still live at home.
Alex has started his senior year, Caroline is a new teen driver, Jacquie is playing soccer on the freshman team, and Laura is adjusting well to middle school life.
Only vague memories of work struggles, mismanaged people issues, and clashing of personality styles remain.

It helps me recognize that I need to simply let go of the work struggles.
They aren't important.
Family and friends are what will linger in my memory and in my heart and will rise to the top.