I've had a remarkably bad week.  I mean awful.  Yes, it could have been worse.  However, I believe one still has the right to have a moment or two of a crying fit - even if a million people have it worse than them.  So I had my time to wallow.  Then today's weather  was gorgeous.  73° and sunny.  It doesn't get much better around here. So, Maya and I were finally able to take our afternoon walk again.  We do this every school day when weather permits.

I defy anyone to find a better mood booster than taking a walk holding hands with this child.  The stress, drama, illness, lack of sleep, self-loathing of this week melted in the sunshine on her face.  I am reminded of all I have to be thankful for.  Starting with walks on a sunny day with the girl in the sparkly shoes.