We had a marvelous family gathering at Jamie's today -- 13 of us coming together for friendship and laughter and many hugs. How fortunate I feel to be part of such a wonderful family!

Here's my poem for today:

PREDICTIONS FOR TODAY 

The snow will slowly melt away,

and old ideas will also go.

The winds of life will turn and blow

me to a new course far away.

Of course, I'll fight to get my way,

but love will gently float me where

I need to go.  I hope I'll wear

the shield of gentleness all day,

the soft defense that never can

be hurt, that always can be worn

because it came when I was born.

Kindness and goodwill began

when stars began to shine, and will

continue to be bright today.

My selfishness, I hope, will melt away

and life will be a gentle thrill.