Chai tea, snowflakes and cat purr.

I just got off a night shift. The first 11.75 hours of which was awesome, the last .25 hours of which were terrible. In my line of work it is always good to be reminded that no matter how uncomplicated things appear initially, I must always be on guard. Good to be reminded of, but never an easy lesson.

The love of my life was waiting for me this morning with a warm truck, a licky puppy and open arms. Smiling, I accepted the gifts of love and made it home to my warm bed and a good sleep. Upon awakening, dusk was beginning - but the sky was clear brilliant blue. Tonight I shall walk the aforementioned licky puppy under a canopy of twinkling stars while my boots and long-johns keep me toasty. Until that voyage, I type and reminisce while drinking hot chai and enjoy the hypnotic rhythm of a striped cat.

Thanks Be to God.