mis-shaped pieces of glass

Todd's mom gave us a handmade kaleidoscope for Christmas. I love it.  I haven't played with one for decades and admittedly, I am as fascinated with this toy today as I was when I was 10.  It is its simplicity that holds my attention.

Slowly turning it around and around, watching as its mis-shaped pieces of colored glass tumble over top one another. Illuminated and reflected it creates an endless flow of spectacular beauty. Forever.

Dignity... Father: 91 yrs old, passing away in July.

Inspiration... Mother: 90 yrs old, writing a book.

Pride... Son: 23 yrs old,  serving in the US NAVY

Persistence.. Son: 24 yrs old, attending SUU and making it on his own.

Maturity...Son: 26 yrs old,  working hard, long hours to provide for his family.

Joy... Granddaughter: 2 yrs old,  Dancing. Singing. Twirling into my heart.

Ambition... Daughter in law: 25 yrs old, bursting with creativity and talent.

Devotion... Husband: 50 yrs old, on call 24/7 .

Tragedy... Brother in Law: 46 yrs old,  passing away with cancer.

Sadness... Family: struggling with the loss of loved ones. 

Comfort...Friends: old, new and renewed.

Loyalty... Dog: 12 yrs old, always anxiously waiting for my attention.

Predictability... Cat: 10 yrs old, curling up nightly at the foot of my bed.

Desire... Me: 50 yrs old, beginning grad- school. 

There is one thing for certain, whatever comes tumbling into view during 2011 will be breathtaking.