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I am amazed this week at the dismal and scary nature of the news.  If you let it, I think it could be overwhelming and discouraging (click on links for articles) …

Jobless rate at 8.1% with 650K jobs lost just last month

Major banks, despite the bailout, losing most of their value

One in eight homes headed for or in foreclosure

And then you read something like this, which is almost laughable, but at the same time a little concerning, not to mention spooky…

Russian professor predicts the disintegration of US

In all of this I am grateful for church leaders who encourage preparedness and frugality, but also give a voice of hope and encouragement:

Prepare wisely for a day of need

Find Joy in the Journey

This is one of my favorite quotes from the above talk…Despite the changes which come into our lives and with gratitude in our hearts, may we fill our days—as much as we can—with those things which matter most. May we cherish those we hold dear and express our love to them in word and in deed.

It's in times like this that I feel really grateful for the little things.  This morning I'm grateful for two little boys who decided to proudly get completely ready for school on their own, breakfast, hair, teeth, shoes and all, so their parents could sleep in a little.  For a husband who makes me yummy egg white omelets any time I want.  And for a toddler who brushes my hair while I'm on the computer.

And yes, I do sadly still have my Valentine's decorations up…