Feeling thankful...

I found out this morning that an old friend of mine lost his 6-year-old niece on Friday. Coincidentally, she had the same name as my own dear baby girl. It was a random occurence that very much happened in the blink of an eye. It saddened me greatly to think of anyone losing a loved one, least of all a child. But as much as I felt his loss, I also felt thankful and blessed. I have a wonderful family at home with 2 very healthy and rambunctious children and a wonderful husband/father. And it reminded me not to take anything for granted, because you never know what may happen. So, from now on... 1. I will make time for the people I love. I will no longer look at my phone when someone (family, friend, even co-worker) calls, and think "I am too busy right now, I will call them back later" because what if there isn't a later? 2. I will let my loved ones know just how much they ARE loved and appreciated. 3. And to quote John Mayer :) , I will always "say what I need to say." WHEW!! And on to the happy thoughts...sheesh.