In my experience there is something special about the bonds that exists between even somewhat distant relatives. Cousins can see each other after a long hiatus and not miss a beat. We had a great visit recently with two of Michelle’s sisters and with one of her nieces. Although we don’t see each other often, our time together was warm and comfortable. Even the niece’s infant daughter enjoyed the visit. I am grateful for family.

We just got back from a two day visit with our son, Richard.  We had a great time together.  I specifically thanked him for the time he gives to us and to his brothers.  Time is a valuable commodity.  Often our friends and family want our time more than any other gift we might give. No matter what our circumstance we all have the same amount of time each day.  I am thankful for those who give of their time to me.   

Yesterday I posted about the importance of learning to laugh when we experience something ridiculous.  Here is one more for the road.  Do we really need a sign to tell us to move away from the flooding?

Sometimes life serves up something ridiculous, something that is not well thought out, something that fulfills a guideline but has no purpose. Do you get upset and fume or are you able to laugh? In these situations we are best served by laughing.
My son Richard showed me this yellow label on a pill bottle. The left side of the label says “Caution Read Warning”. Then the actual warning says that the medication may be taken with or without food.
What??? Did we really need a warning to tell us that? I am thankful I am learning to laugh at the ridiculous.

Michelle and I closed out a wonderful day with Richard by stopping at a quaint little shop in Boulder. “Piece, Love & Chocolate” is a fun little shop that sells chocolate in about any form you can think of. How about a full-sized chocolate violin or a vase of chocolate roses? How about truffles or cakes or cookies? It’s all there. My relationship with chocolate is love/hate……mostly love.