A Rough Start to 2020

It's been a rough start to 2020 for our family.

We've had health challenges. We've had a loved one entering an extended care situation. And on top of it all, we've had hard news on the work front.

I have always said that in the world of retail, Santa may come at Christmas, but the Grim Reaper comes with the new year. A lot of changes were announced, and the news was not good.

As a Christmas gift to my husband, who wants less stuff and more fun experiences, I decided to gift him with concert tickets to The Lumineers. It sounded like fun in December. But then, with all of the challenges piling up one after another, I wondered if we should really go.

My husband, who is all about adventure, decided that we needed this break, now more than ever.

We could have sat around the house all weekend and moped about our circumstances. But instead, we did a fast overnight in downtown Detroit for dinner and a show.

The city was really bustling on a Friday night, with softly falling snow, street musicians, and folks out walking everywhere.

Yesterday was Wear Red for Heart Health Day, and the Blue Cross Blue Shield building downtown was lit up for the occasion.

I wore my red cowboy boots and red scarf for the occasion.

In the midst of it all, God is faithful. The days may be difficult, but we can trust that He has only good in store for us.

Blessings on your weekend, cafe friends!