Did the new year start February 11th?

I am so glad January is over.  It stinks driving back and forth to Houston, having an upset stomach (or worse) on weekends, not sleeping well, missing Donna (who is a rock through all of this), not being as strong as you think you are, etc. etc. etc.  But... then again, they say you can do anything for a little while and oh my goodness, the blessings, joy, and strengthening of faith that comes from knowing the path you are on is acceptable to the Lord. Seeing His mighty hand at work in our lives is such a blessing and even though we wish we could see into the future better, we know that He will mercifully bless and watch over us as we strive to keep His commandments, acknowledge Him in all the goodness of our lives, and not harden our hearts or be ungrateful.