Sententia

Ash Wednesday is a day for me to think about the many ways God has blessed my life, and how hopeless I would be without him. I decided to fast on water and juice for today, and it's been a good experience so far. When I get hunger pangs it reminds me to think of all the good in my life, and how much is provided for me. It reminds me how I usually take food and my meals for granted, despite that God provided it for me.

Also today, is my dad's 64th birthday. He's a trooper and I bet he's fasting as well (I'll check later when I talk to him on the phone). I learned the idea of fasting from his example, not his teaching, an important aspect of how my dad raised me. He's gaining on years, but not quite over the hill yet. He's still super healthy, and he's a great dad.