The end of another February

Just one more day left this month.  I'm always grateful that February is a short month, and I'm rarely sad to see it end.  In past Februarys, we faced the passing of my grandmother, my grandfather, our friend Tim, Andrew's cousin, a good friend lost his dad, and our dear family friends lost their six-month-old son.  We've face teen breakups, poor choices by family members leading to much drama, and other tough situations.  This year has been no exception as a young former student passed away just over a week ago,  and a war has begun.  Emotions in our house have been a little high as well, as we are in the final few months of our youngest child's high school days.  Honestly, it's exhausting and draining on many days.  I like to think that March brings better weather, and overall happier days!