Appreciate what you have, take comfort where you can.

My heart is breaking today.

One of my best friends from high school lost her oldest daughter in a car crash yesterday. I can't imagine what their family is experiencing at this moment, or how they will feel for the rest of their days.

Nothing can turn the clocks back and make it not happen.

There is nothing to say to make it better.

I found small, but conflicted comfort just now. I saw a young mom and dad, with a tiny little baby in their arms. One month old. They were beaming with pride and the hopes of things to come.  It made me so happy for them, yet all the more sad for my sweet friend.

I am a Putnamaniac because I appreciate what I have in my life.