January 22

I was hanging out at the Mother Ship this morning (as usual), sitting in my customary spot with my crochet bag at my feet, when Dana came in and sat down next to me. And then a few minutes later, Lisa entered and sat down. The two had enjoyed a morning walk and then arranged to meet up at a Starbucks after. I've known both of them for a number of years now and always enjoy having the opportunity to catch up.

So although I'd initially planned to put a few more rows in a baby blanket I was making and then run to the store, I wound up sitting with them until noon talking (and taking in at least one extremely Not Funny At The Time But Extremely Funny Now story that made me laugh so hard that my chest ached).

The unexpected conversation was good for my heart, so today I'm grateful to God for "random" encounters with friends that add bright color to my day.