Day 9 - Valentine's Day

This morning as I got in the car for the drive to work, I noticed a big bright-red envelope attached to the steering wheel. This would be one way my wife tells me she loves me - sweet surprises on special days. The day's just begun and surprise #1 has put a big smile on my face.

On the way to work, I decided to stop at the local quick-mart for a low-cost cappuccino. I picked up a cup of my current favorite, Irish Creme. Walking back to the car I narrowly missed a second surprise - a bird dropped his "blessing" my way. It just missed, landing to my left. It was then I was reminded I had not yet prayed, "Surprise me, God." I was also reminded that not all surprises are pleasant. I don't want to think about what surprise #2 (yeah, I said it) would have put on my face.

At church our educational staff spent an hour or so getting to know each other. A few are new to the team, so this was time well spent. Getting-to-know-you-time continued at lunch with another recent addition to the circle of friends.

And tonight Krista and I joined 50 or so others for a Valentine's evening dinner theater. One who could have joined us instead chose to baby-sit Jacob while we went out. How nice is that?

Looking back over this Valentine's Day I've been reminded of how fortunate I am - blessed with friends. My best friend, Krista. My youngest friend, Jacob. And "old" and "new" friends all around.

It's been a day of friends.

And one bird with bad aim.