The Key

 I spent Thursday and Friday in Charleston, soaking up all the love in the room when my people gather to celebrate an accomplishment of one of us. Most of the time, schedules are tight, travel is difficult, babies are too little, things change, but one thing is true, there is love.  Love is being sent, support is being felt, fun is being had.  Regan was "marvelous" just like Piper & Evy knew she would be. Joe had a great visit and we made 24 hours worth of memories to last a lifetime. (We have become genius at that, over the years.) 

David, Rosey, Zachary & Pearce were able to share on Friday, if just for a short time. 

I would watch my children shine forever. Lucky for me I'll be watching Lucas & Zachary on Friday while Rosey toils on crew. Regan will be on break so she'll share too. We'll squeeze in at least one family dinner. 

I'm grateful for the people I work with that all appreciate how much family matters. 

I know that my life is an embarrassment of riches.

The Secret Garden was visually themed around a key. The show was beautiful, but when the antique keys flew in and Mary Lennox chose the key to Lily's Garden, it is a metaphor for all of the choices we make. If we are exceedingly fortunate, as I have been, we choose the key that opens the door to the magical world of gratitude.

Random...I hate that word

2016

So far:

Piper Mae & Evelyn Alice Pelicano joined the party. (January 15)

I was offered and accepted a new position with the City of Fountain Inn. I am the full-time manager of special events. Fun change of responsibilities. I'm excited about a new opportunity.

David has changed jobs within his company. He will be taking on new challenges.

Zachary and Lucas are working closely on Our Town. Looking forward to seeing my boys together on stage in FIRE Theatre Co.'s first true drama. 

Regan is featured in The Secret Garden at the College of Charleston. I will be there opening night, this Thursday. Meeting my chosen brother for a 24 hour visit before David & Rosey join me Friday.

Progress reports are great for Lucas (Senior) & Rosey (6th Grade).

That's the "bullet". It's only February 23rd!

Details to follow. 

Happy Tuesday!