We humans must be a nostalgic bunch because it's the last day of 2022 and everywhere I find people posting highlights from the year that's almost behind us. Oh well, I'm about to join them. This morning as I was praying I found myself giving a great deal of thanks for this past year. Yes, yes, I cried this year too. That surprises no one as I'm pretty sure only screen doors were installed to keep my tears at bay. No matter. I heard somewhere that tears are healing. But I don't want to talk about the sad things, I want to share a couple of lists of good things that I either discovered or am simply thankful. Thanks Another year is over and I spent it with wonderful friends who do real life with me. I am grateful for the cups of tea, carpooling, book club, walks, paddle boarding, meals, texts, and conversations. God is kind to create us with the ability to love so many people so deeply. I received a new niece and nephew this past year. Most of my friends had babies,