Hi Jeff,

It's true that life can have its ups and downs.... I've seen my own downs and know of many others too....

Each person deals with this differently.... For me, I place my hope in something greater than myself....

I know some think I'm naive, but that doesn't bother me....

Most of us have blessings we don't even think of, because we take them for granted. Even our senses can be a blessing....

Our eyes to see the beauty of every new dawn....

Our ears to hear the tunes of songbirds....

Our noses to smell the delightful aroma of fresh roasted coffee....

Our tongues to savor the great taste of a juicy apple.... I just love the juicy ones, where the sweet flavor fills your tastebuds and the juice dribbles down your chin....

Our family is also a blessing, which we often only realize once they are gone.

But there are many, many blessings which shower us each and every day....

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.... I hope you do have a good game of golf with your neighbor, I know he'd enjoy it.... :)

Oh, and I agree, Julie is a very remarkable person.... She lights up everything and everyone around her! :)

Best wishes,

- Dien