It was only a dream...

I napped this afternoon, which was likely a bad idea....but it felt so nice to just curl up on the couch and close my eyes that I couldn't resist. The result of this, unfortunately, is that I am now wide awake. I do believe, however, that it's worth it.

It's chilly tonight, and the wind is still blowing. After A went to bed and I finished up some work, I put on a sweatshirt and went outside to sit for a while. The first thing that struck me was just how very dark it was. I told myself that I was being silly, because of course it's dark - it's nighttime. But then I realized that for the first time in ages, the neighbors didn't have their outside light on. And the half moon was hiding behind a thin layer of remaining clouds. It truly was darker than I'd seen in a long time...and it was wonderful.

I sat down and put my feet up on the table. Laying my head on the back of the chair, closing my eyes, I smelled the lilacs...with only about a week left to bloom, they should be savored, don't you think? It was quiet. I relaxed.

It has been a good weekend. I am happy, and relatively calm. I have so much to be grateful for, and as I sat in the dark, with the wind stirring my hair, I smiled. It was a fabulous Mother's Day. My life is good, despite its hectic pace. I am a lucky woman.

I came inside and peeked in on A, who was curled up in a mess of blankets in his room, which I affectionately call the Pit of Despair (if you saw it, you would agree). He looked small there in his bed, even though he's as big as I am now. Sleep brings a certain youth to every face, which is twice as beautiful in children. His deep, even breathing told me that he was at peace, too. I smiled again.

Happy moments, my friends. That is what life is all about. Enjoy every single one of them, and keep living for the opportunity to find them.

I love you people...those of you I have pointed here. Because you know what?

You make me smile, too.

Thanks for being a part of my life.