Life Observation # 108

The future you have control over is the one you create.


There are some things we have no control over.


It is wiser to accept what you have not been given the power to change.


I hope everyone had a safe and wonderful holiday weekend. I spent mine with friends (Scott & Kim’s family) out at their cabin on Big Lake. It was a combination of families which included: dogs (3, with one having OCD), kids (5), grandkids (1), grand dads (2), Nana’s (1), Mom’s (1), and Dad’s (2). This is just sort of a mix match of all kinds of things.


It was an interesting weekend with many things going on between relaxing, riding wave runners, 2 pontoon boats, a speed boat, and a paddleboat. The kids were all over the place having fun and one surprise Saturday evening was 6 kids ranging in ages from 5 to 15 years old all on a trampoline jumping, having a great time without anyone mad, whining, hurt, or not wanting to be there. It was strange but nice.


The weather was near perfect with clear skies, temperatures on the ‘warm’ side about 75 degrees. At times a slight breeze kept the mosquitoes at bay while adding a little chop to the waters surface while on the jet skis.


I guess it fitting that my daughter in the military ‘shipped out’ over this weekend on her tour of Iraq. This follows many months of training, time away from family, and getting prepared for what I am sure will be a great Life Experience. The military and its calling is not for everyone but for those who seek out this unique opportunity (whatever branch they serve) will gain an understanding about other people, tradition, and a sense of Honor and Duty not usually gained in other endeavors.


For those who serve our undying thanks . . .


Fair winds and following seas.


Ice

Comments

Chatty Crone said…
God bless your daughter and thanks to her for helping America! Prayers being sent her way as well.
6:11 AM
Icewind said…
Thanks Chatty,

Ice
10:07 PM
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