David - thank you for stopping by and for your kind words.

Ann - So very true. And even more amazing the difference between our parents lives and those of the children of our generation. Thanks for taking the time to comment. When I write it is mostly for me, but it warms my heart when friends stop by, take a read, and leave a comment.

Hi Joe: I too would love to know the confirmed origination of this passage. If you get to the bottom of it, I'd love to hear from you on what you find.

Melissa: Thanks for taking the time to comment. Eight hours is a certainly still a goal for me...when I hit it I am a nicer person in the world. When I don't, I find it takes more effort and the little things get to me in shorter order... less patience for those I love. Now, my sweetie encourages me to get more sleep as he is on the receiving end of however I feel.

Brad-

Not sure if this data is helpful for your call, but thought it worth sharing. I am *not* an iPhone user or an AT&T customer specifically because of the drop call issue.

My phone must be a phone first. Period. The great apps and device user experience are a secondary consideration. Verizon's device selection may be dismal, but I always have a connection and never ever drop a call. Really.

As I look for my next device (and possibly carrier) my dear friends have been patient and gracious to give me feedback more than once. The consensus is "If you need a phone, you need to choose an alternative carrier to AT&T in the Boulder area."

If AT&T could resolve their drop call issues I would be on board as a new AT&T / iPhone customer in a heartbeat. And I know several others that would do the same.

Net net - not only is AT&T not serving their current customers and may lose some, but they are missing expanding their business and gaining market share as well.

Michael - Thanks for taking the time to post your comment. What a testimony to your friend's father that these words spoke of how he lived his life. I find I come back to the passage again and again. It is a gentle reminder of how I would like to grow to live my life.

Holly - Thanks for the kind words. My blogging remains 'on again, off again' and ever on my 'to do' list. And, you are ever the person encouraging me. Thank you.

Okay, total girl frivolous comment...I loved the sleeveless shirt you had on Saturday night. It went with the cute jean capris. :-)

Reading this, there were things I did not know you missed during the 12 years I have been blessed to call you one of my best girlies...like the lap and the leg crossing. I am so glad you have taken this step (and many more) for the rest of your life!

Hi Mandy - I believe Rebuilders was life changing for many in the group. Absolutely was for me. In the Boulder area we have a strong social meetup group following graduation and follow on courses for those that are interested. For those that have lost connection with much of their friends or family due to divorce it can provide a place to be on major holidays and supportive friends that understand what one is going through. In the Boulder area Norm Gibson leads an awesome group. Of course, Fisher Rebuilding is offered all over the world.

Thanks for asking for feedback. I recently attended the Fisher Rebuilding seminar here in Boulder, CO. The group of 30+ adults included men and women from the early 20s to 60. Age and length of marriage seemed to add so much to the person's view and their experience.