I believe in children – little ones, big ones, chubby and thin ones. There is faith in their eyes, love in their touch, hope in their attitude. I thrill with them at life's joys, run with them through tall grasses, bow with them in worship, and hold them close in tragedy.

I believe in children; the fragile dream of yesterday, life's radiant reality today, and the vibrant stuff of tomorrow.

Yes, I believe in children, for wherever I go, to mountain village, industrial center, or open country, I find yesterday's children who were nurtured in the things of Christ at work in the building of the Kingdom of God.

Mother Teresa

i feel like i’m taking one step back in my life even though i’ve accomplished so much over the last year and a half.  i guess that’s why they call it transitions. 

one transition i’m looking forward to is spending more time with you girls.  let’s just call it the ‘military wives club’.  should we toast to this new sisterhood at our new hotspot CR after our last little one officially turns a quarter-century-year-old?

another chapter in my life is slowly coming to an end and i still can't stop thinking about how much i miss university.  actually, i think it's the carefree days, joys, and perks of a full-time student that i pine for.  as i was getting my teeth cleaned and polished last friday, i couldn't help but think about scheduling my next check-up since i have this teeth fetish you are all well aware of.  this appointment would clearly be in 6 months but for now, it is indefinite.  i think it's because i was pretty much a healthy person back in those days so i didn't fully appreciate the coverage of health benefits that was permanently available to me.  now that i have about a month left of this, i should start booking appointments left and right.  next up:  retainer check at the orthodontist and massage therapy. 

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today, i had some very satisfying indian food and i think it was the combination of both the temperature and the satiation of this cultural cuisine that left me feeling like i was going to melt on the drive back to work.  tonight, i'm going to go gallivanting and take in some more of that heat.  love it!!