August 12

I was long overdue for some Nikki-time.

With all of our kids in school simultaneously for the first time --including my girl in college and her one and only girl in kindergarten-- we made it happen this morning.

We grabbed coffees and then took off for a leisurely jaunt around the Sports Park.

I tell you, hanging out with her is so good for my spirit and my heart. I found myself sliding back into chatterbox mode --which had been largely inactive over the past several months-- and it felt so good to just talk about anything and everything without fear of judgment. 

Secure, genuine friendship like ours is such a huge blessing, and I am grateful for that gift.