Reflections
Life is flying by. Really. I can't believe another year has gone by. It's baffling to recall moments that feel so close in time and realize they are years in the past. When I pause to think about 2016, I'm left with nothing but a smile. I see flashes of faces... of scenery... landmarks... smiles... accomplishments... surprises... hard work... and lots of love. It's all really good stuff. My life is good. To reflect on some of my favorites... On a whim, I had one of the coolest experiences of my life with my friend, Marie. We decided one evening that we would go hike Mt. LeConte the following day (this is a big deal for two moms with 5 kids between us!) So we did it. It was January. It was 65 degrees in Knoxville. And it was this in the mountains... All 10 miles of it. It was truly a glorious experience. It was difficult and slippery and at times even a little scary... but it was so breathtaking and such a rewarding experience. I truly covet it.