Today rocked! What a fine, fine Wednesday and I had NO idea when I woke up how great it would be. Totally unexpected blessings. HA! (thought I’d dropped this, huh? Not a chance. Unexpected blessings are the greatest – right, Grady?) I just decided not to post about them every day. But today . . . well, today was just grand. It was a rich and grand because of people and because of ideas and because of possibilities and because of dreaming and because of Spirit moments.
I finished The Last Word and the Word After That book by Brian McLaren and it was such a great read. I enjoyed it thoroughly not only for the rich dialogue within the text but because of the richness of reading along with a friend and processing it along the way. Such a better way to read texts like these. Thanks, B, for all the processing and challenges and rabbit chasing. I love those "rascally rabbits"!
Side note: I realized I used the word "rich" 3 times above. Before you beat me down on that, let me argue that it is evidence of the great value that such things bring to life. I will take such "riches" over material riches any day.
I was blessed by Chelsea’s presence in our office. She is such a sweet spirit and great to have near by. I’m glad she is working along-side me this summer.
Preston and Steve – your emails are highlights in the day. You guys crack me up. Preston, you are so worth $200 and Steve, remember – one strike!!! 
I was super blessed by Cari who dropped by tonight with some great indulgences and some wonderful conversation. I am very thankful for this surprise friendship in someone I’ve known for a many years but only recently have developed a friendship with.
I truly appreciate all of you and thank God for your presence in my life.
Peace – Melissa
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