Today I am reminded why I write. Today it was proven to me the distance my words can travel and the impact they can make.

I had the good fortune of traveling to Madison for a bridal shower for one of my college roommates. Wow, talk about emotional! Tessa has always been like a sister to me but writing the card to go with her gift really hit home. I was reminded of the days we'd have lunch between classes and watch countless episodes of A Wedding Story  on TLC. We would talk about what our own weddings would be like. While we weren't very accurate about the details, we were right about one thing...she was a part of my day and I will be a part of hers. Priceless.

At the shower 2 people commented how they appreciated my blog and how much my words resonated. That's pretty powerful. Sad how I don't get to see these people as often as I'd like but I love how despite distance, they still feel like the know where I am in life. Oh, modern technology...how I loathe and love thee!

My Mom. She thinks that everything I do is pretty amazing (I think it is in a mom's job description). She commented several times today how happy she is that I'm writing again. She mentioned how she will read my blog and be thinking a certain thought and in the very next sentence I write "My mom is probably thinking...". That is cool. My mom and I don't talk as often as we'd both like or as often as we probably should but I think that reading my words still makes her feel connected. At least I hope it does!

It's true. I write because I long for this connection with those I love. While I can't see everyone everyday, I DO want them to feel that closeness with me. I try to achieve that by sharing what I am thinking and feeling. PLEASE know that your emails back to me have made me feel that bond. It's awesome! Sometimes there is more that we can build on than what we uncover at Thanksgiving or Christmas. I feel so blessed to have such an amazing group of family and friends. Cheers!

Stay tuned!!! Tomorrow is SUPER BOWL SUNDAY. While our beloved Pack isn't playing, it's still an opportunity for fun with friends. A chance to eat an drink more than we should. I will be posting ALL the goodies I'm making for our shindig so check back. 

Much love,

Lex