September 11, 2006

I have decided that this is going to be a somewhat serious blog given the date and the things that all American's should find themselves reflecting on throughout this day. On this day, 5 years ago, an attack that amounted to the 21st century Pearl Harbor took place on American soil. I am sure everyone knows about the planes that flew into the World Trade Center, aka the Twin towers and killed roughly 3,000 innocent people. And the horror and sadness of that day needs to be honored and remembered, even now, even 500 years from now. And for all of those people that do not support this war, my opinion, and this is just my opinion, we did what we had to do. Under no circumstances would this nation have say by and allowed terrorists to horrifically kill thousands of people and take no action. As far as I am concerned, it says in the bible: an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, and a life for a life. And there will be war and there will be rumors of war. It is what it is. We are ONE nation under GOD. So, this is my moment to respect and remember those who lost their lives this fateful day five years ago. And this is my time to say that I support our troops.

Well, things seem to be going good on the homefront. Jeremy and I have been getting along really well lately, and its kind of scary! We never have this much fun without something making it sour. But not lately. Here lately, we have just been hanging out and having fun. Its awesome.

And Lucas is just growing up so fast. I never tire of watching him develop. Its like Christmas morning everyday. Because everyday, I am going to get see him grow and see what new things he learns and what new things he discovers. Its so awesome to witness that. And will have more babies. I want lots of babies. I have a new appreciation for children. This is the hardest job yet, but its the most rewarding!

I visited with a lady that I used to babysit for and ride horses for. When I was a poor little kid, I wandered down that dirt road into the horse community. And her horses were the only ones out to pasture. She had 2 at the time. An Arabian/Sheltie mix she named Seeing Stars, aka Star and a full blown, flea bitten, beautiful grey Arabian named Kristel Bey. And she invited me into the gate to see them up close. And a friendship developed and I started riding and cleaning and babysitting for her. And I lost touch with her, but now that I have moved closer to her, I started taking Lucas down there. So, I get to ride again on Saturday for the first time in over 6 years. I am a little nervous. But at the same time, I miss that freedom. I miss it all. And now, I may get the chance to get to just enjoy it now. So, look forward to the post after that one!