What happened to our fall?Late September we had temperatures in the 30s in the day. (That's Centigrade -- about 90 Fahrenheit. )
Then a week ago we were plunged into mostly below freezing and snow. I have carrots, beets and onions in the garden yet. I have hoses filled with ice. Deck furniture and a trampoline covered with snow. Pipes froze at the cabin. Well at least I'm not alone. And I can stay warm and dry inside. And I have friends, family, food, clothing and a wonderful community.
I am, I find, thankful despite personal loss, and a life turned upside down. . . .
as we say in the funeral service. . . "even at the grave we make our song, "Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!" Sometimes it seems "a cold and broken, Alleluia." Having a family to support (me them, and they me) helps. And they are part of the blessings for which I, in my better moments, remember with gratitude.
Hope you had a good Thanksgiving weekend.
Shalom,
Mark
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