So, just got back from hand bell rehearsal and am in much brighter spirits, as I knew I would be. Mom and I ran some errands beforehand and she was able to talk some sense and calmness into me, like I knew she would. We're playing the bells this sunday (much to our surprise) and mom's going with Mrs. Miller this week to find her a dress for Kristen's wedding...so strange, really, the whole lot of it, how quickly it all came together and how natural it feels. It's just...we love spending time with them, my mother and I. Anyway, this day would have been really tarnished if it weren't for that rehearsal--every aspect of it. I'm really greatful to have someone--a group of people--that can turn around my day completely. With so much negativity in today's world, it's so wonderful to spend time with some positive individuals. Carrie "Pink in the right, green in the left...one and two and three and four and..."