At the close of my day -

A lot of unexpected things have happened to me lately, and while I fail to see God in all of them at this point, I'm beginning to see that He is there, regardless of my shallow perceptions.

I still am shaken up by Petey's death - it was so unexpected! Pythons are reported to live 30-50 years, and he didn't make 2 :(
Well, I'll hope he's in a better place -
other than the backyard near my dear ferret, Damaris - doubtful that they would have been friends in this life, but perhaps they are swapping stories about me somewhere. The Bible does hint that we will have all we desire in Heaven - at times like these I'm certain my pets will be there, waiting for me. I'll never forget them.

Well, thank you, God, for friends & family - they have been a definate encouragement to me today. I don't want to think where I'd be without the knowledge of people to talk to, email/IM, and pray for me. They mean the world to me - beginning to see that now.

I found this thought a while back, and it now makes sense to me :(

Perhaps some of you may find comfort in it as well...

Leaning on the everlasting arms...