Well, I managed to get through Lent.

I gave up wine and fast food, and forgive me for my transgressions, but I managed to get through 40 days with only two nights of wine drinking and one fast food mishap.

Pretty good for a woman who had Wendy's for lunch three days a week and at least one glass of wine every evening.

Not so bad really. I managed to lose seven pounds with only these few changes. But, I do hope that God really is forgiving...

My dear home of southwest Arkansas was devastated by a tornado four nights ago. A few photos follow.

Keep them in your prayers. Life in rural America is tough enough, without having this sort of distruction around you.
L.







God, forgive me of my Lenten mistakes, but, while I might feel bad about having a few glasses a wine and a Sonic grilled chicken sandwich, the people of Mena really need you.

L.

It Really Is A Better Time Than Most Can Dream

It's late, and I'm tired.

But, here I am at 11:30 p.m. actually working and contemplating on how lucky I am to have the job that I do. I love every single day. Even when those days are hard, and I'm pissed at the end of the day, I still love it.

I'm constantly rewarded by people who call and ask for our help. But more so by the people who email or send notes telling us what we've been able to do for them.

Even when days are bad they're never terrible.

That's what keeps me going.

Well, that and the promotion and pay raise.
L.