Anger, sadness, wistfullness and tears. Yes, all those went through me last night. I'm not going into details but last night turned out nothing like I'd hoped. The tears came even after I tried to think of other things. Sometimes life is just not the best.

Silver linings are something I'm trying to find a lot of lately. With each negative thing that happens I try to find some positive. My car broke down yesterday. Silver lining is that it broke down now instead of while i was driving to Cleveland to watch Anthony swear in. Last night the kids didn't really want to do a family night. Silver lining is that I got to finish fixing the sock puppet and listen to music. I haven't getten to spend time with K in more time than I care to think about. Silver lining... um... I'll keep thinking.

Today we will be replacing the starter in my car. The temperatures are going to be in the 90s and we'll be working at the auto parts store. I'm still looking for the silver lining on that one, too.

This morning I put a makeshift window in the back wall of the chicken coop. I really hope it helps keep them from over heating while they are laying eggs. The coop is in direct sunlight for a couple hours each day and, even with the door wide open, it gets very hot in there. I used my circular saw and it isn't a pretty job, but it will suit the purpose for now.

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I hope everyone is having a great day with your families and that you enjoy the fireworks tonight.