Better Together

Last night saw a wonderful weekend draw to a close. There was a chill in the air as October was knocking on the door, and that made a bonfire with friends a great time of sharing life together.

This morning, I am mindful that the more things change, the more they stay the same. There were holes around our fire as sons were away at college, friends and husbands were in other countries, and the pace of life kept some from sharing the night.

And yet, we smiled. We shared a meal. We told stories. And a cool Fall evening was made warmer because, in spite of everything that gets thrown at us, life goes on. And it always - ALWAYS - goes on better when it's lived together.