Today I got to speak to my cousin in Palestine, TX. right after Hurricane Ike passed over them. I was grateful to get to catch up on things and just to hear him talk.

My wife and I have been short with each other a few times over the past couple of days but we have managed to make amends each time.

I have been overwhelmed as usual a few times but I keep striving to take advantage of these precious years with my kids.

It was a good day.

I am grateful for our well being.

Thanks be to God.