january 24

saw memoirs of a geisha on sunday. it's amazing how much more you enjoy a movie after reading the book. i should try that more often! not sure if i would have liked it if i hadn't read the book...hard to say. and, normally i don't like watching movies by myself but i really enjoyed it on sunday. perhaps because i was so into the story and could focus on it without any distractions. and, without worrying about don being bored. although, i have to say, he is much better than i am at getting into/enjoying something he has no interest in seeing.

january 19

started a new small group for couples this week. so fun to be part of a group that i would like to attend even if we weren't hosting! it's a pretty laid back format. read from divine hours & eat dinner together from 6-7. respond to a discussion question & share how we're doing over dessert & coffee from 7-8. then have focused prayer for one couple at the end. no extensive prep work/reading, no homework, no pressure. so neat to see ppl, who didn't know each another before, forming real relationships, connection.

january 5

it was a little sad to say goodbye to 2005. such a great year for us. i wish i wasn't so sentimental. it sure would make things easier. eve is only 4.5 months old and i find myself already reminiscing about her newborn days: her tiny 0-3 month outfits & socks, her sleepiness during feedings, the way i had to support her head while burping her. for most people, i'm sure this would be a happy recollection. but, i can't help feeling wistful. how does one stop time?