Hard to argue with fact . . .!

Everywhere I go, I'm asked if I think the universities stifle writers. My opinion is that they don't stifle enough of them. There's many a best seller that could have been prevented by a good teacher.

- Flannery O'Conner

Best of plans . . .

It always seems that our car needs attention on rainy days! I have more than one memory of following my husband in his car trying to find a repair garage and straining to see through the pouring rain. I was happily crocheting in the car this morning. I was waiting for my son to come out of his college class. I was feeling quite content until I glanced at the dashboard and there was this funny symbol lit up. I had never seen it before but figured I didn't want it to stay there if I wanted the car to continue to work properly. When I got home, my husband confirmed that we, indeed, had some kind of problem . . . but what?

Naturally, the rain really cut loose as we headed out to yet another car repair shop. My poor, old van is currently there being hooked up to a diagnostic machine to try and pinpoint how much it's return to health is going to cost.

The fun part? The repair shop is in the same area as the college. So far, I've driven to the college (20-30 minute drive depending on the traffic) one complete round with my son's early-morning class. We just got back from taking the car in the same direction, another round trip. When the repair shop calls, we may be doing the same trip, again. Oh, and yeah, my daughter has a class this afternoon as the college which equates into another round trip.

I'm counting my blessings, however, that the car didn't just die on the freeway. I always pray for the car to 'die at home' like any family member should be blessed! :-)

Anyway, my elaborate plans for dinner have gone by the wayside. I did find some bratwurst in the freezer and will be braising that with lots of onions, garlic, and peppers for dinner. I serve it with Jasmine rise and steamed carrots. It is a favorite of my children so they won't be missing anything from their idea of an evening meal.

I did get half a scarf crocheted waiting for my son at the college, however. Silver linings in my day when I take the time to look for them. Right now, we are just praying the repair bill will be well within budget. God's Will, of course, but we keep sending Him messages about it!

Prayer Request . . .

Here is a link describing the health problems of a sweet, little boy. I, personally, don't know him but have gotten to see his personality through the stories his mother has written, his health concerns, and spirit. Anyone who has an extra prayer, I think this child and his family could certainly use it!

https://sites.google.com/site/prayforliam/home