Still Picking up the Pennies

   I  am not even sure what words to use:  Take Back Your Life.   The last 6 months have been so unforeseen. I am a person that prays every day and believes: those who follow in the Lord's example will be blessed with the afterlife. It has been a time of turmoil but also a load of blessings. I could focus on the fact that my college-age son did not get the satisfaction of a graduation ceremony. Truth be told, I am not sure he would have enjoyed anyhow. He received his degree. WOOHOO!! Joel has an associate's degree in Criminal Justice. The world is his oyster.  Now the school year is about to start for my youngest son, he is a junior in High School. After much debate, we have decided he will be a virtual learner. He has the opinion at any time to join on-campus classes seamlessly.  I love the Autumn season. I feel it is time to wrap up the fun-loving carefree time of summer. It is time to get back to the routines of life. We need to prepare for the long, long cold hard season o