It took me nearly 2 hours, start to finish, but I put on clothes today. Keith shoveled snow in the driveway and cleared a path to the truck door. It took great care and some creativity, but I got in. He got me in.

We navigated the slush and picked Brady up from work. I loved being out.
I also got to talk to some dear friends today, which filled both my soul and theirs.
My friends, Roger, Debbi, and Alex had Flat Amanda running all over Queens today, too.
And just when I was almost knocked completely out from such an eventful day, I opened Facebook to find an unbelievable, incredibly loving display of support from my dance studio.
I want to tell you about all of it, but I’m so emotional and tired right now that I’m not sure I can adequately articulate what’s in my head. I’ll get to that tomorrow.

I know right now I have two thoughts that keep swirling…
First, I always just wanted to make an impact on children, on families, on the community in a positive and lasting way. They’re all showing up for me now, and it’s so moving I can hardly find words to describe how I feel about it.

Second, I should never wish, never hope, never worry. My God shall supply all my needs according to His riches in glory. He does indeed, without question, and without fail. You can watch Him work!
I’m about to nod off right this second. Frankly, it’s all I can do to finish this. I’ll get back into it tomorrow.
Let me wrap it up by telling you that I’m grateful beyond words for the people who love me. So very grateful.
Good night, Y’all.
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