still here...

   Just wanted to stop in and let everyone know that I am still here. I haven't posted anything in a while because I have been visiting family. It's been a crazy few weeks and I imagine I will be near the point of collapse by the time I return home.
   It has been so nice seeing all of my friends and family back here in Arkansas. I have really enjoyed being back in my home church, too. I sure do miss all the sweet people!! Spending time with my dad has been the best part. After having my sister and her kids come to my house for three weeks first, it made it easier to be able to spend more time with my dad when I came in to town. I have missed riding around town with him running errands. It's been a wonderful time.
   With only a few days left here, I am grateful for all the time I was able to spend here. I wish I could live near them all the time, but I will settle for these precious visits for now. I am really going to miss everyone.
   Won't be long though and the pace of life will speed up again. School, football season, and the holidays will be upon us and we will be planning another trip to Arkansas. For now, though, I will enjoy every second of my time with my family and file the memories away to lean on when I start to miss them.