My grandmother came to lunch today. It is still astounding to me the way my dad and his wife act when his family comes. She suddenly becomes outgoing and friendly and jokes and calls her mom. My dad suddenly exaggerates his good fatherly deeds to the point of ridiculousness, acting like he's campaigning for father of the year.
We had lobster tails, which I've never had before. I can't believe my family has become one that eats lobster tails on a Saturday afternoon. Next thing you know they'll be trying to get me in pearls and a sundress for these lovely gatherings.
I was in Wal Mart today, because it was just the kind of day when you needed to go to Wal Mart to get some perspective about who you are, and I was completely snubbed by someone I used to know but who apparently doesn't want to know me anymore. I've always been taught that God will give everyone what they deserve in the end, so don't hold grudges or seek revenge.
" 'Vengeance is mine' says the Lord. 'I will repay.' " Usually that doesn't happen on a timeline I necessarily agree with, but I like the way the Lord handled this one. There are consequences for treating people badly, kids, and sometimes they burn.
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