This Ain't HGTV

There is a major home improvement project in progress at my house. It is major to me. It will be nice when it is is finished, and will add value to our home. But this ain't HGTV. It is taking a lot longer than 30 minutes to complete. I have good people doing the work and I am staying out of their way. But it is still going to seem like forever until it is finished. This home improvement kick start about the fourth of July. It seems like the fourth of July 2008. Did I mention I sometimes struggle with patience? Thirteen years ago, when our daughter was in third grade, we never imagined that one day she would return to that school and volunteer. Kyle has Down syndrome, but she loves to read and being around people. She was hanging out at summer school earlier this year with a family friend. Another teacher noticed her and asked if she would help in her room this year. She is reading, giving the kids attention and handling some chores for the teacher. And loving it. Today's Winning Thought: Watching Kyle serve in the same building with many of her former teachers makes me feel old. It also makes me very happy that she has the opportunity to give back.