Independence Day 2012

To be me. Just me. More often then not, I find myself in such a deep, contemplative thought. Small talk-what's that? Just cut to the chase and talk about deep theological things. No? My 4th of July has actually been quite amazing. From being woken up with the drumming on a pan lid, to being in the parade, to swimming. Overall with wonderful people. The night isn't over yet ... ending the night with baking cookies. Struggles about where I've been and what has happened in the past several years and the relations that stand as they are within certain perameters.... much hurt but also much peace. My life is great. How blessed I am to live among the free. To BE one of the free.