late night Friday conFessions

Today's confessions are taking a twist....Yes, I exercised 4 times plus played another round of golf (9 holes), however, I want to confess that, at times I probably take life, health, my freedom and my sanity for granted.  Today I volunteered in my neighborhood for a project called Homes for our Troops.  It is a program that builds accessible homes for severely injured soldiers.  I have been wanting to get more involved in volunteering but everytime the opportunity presents itself, I am unable to do it.  This time, there was no excuse--this was right in my back-yard (or front yard to be exact).  I saw veterans from various tours of duty, some with visible scars, some I'm sure with mental images they will never forget.  The soldier that is moving into my neighborhood and getting this new house, lost both of his legs (in Iraq) and is in his early 20's.  It's amazing to think that in a split second, his life was forever changed.  It made me realize how much we take simple things for granted; things like our legs and the freedom to move about as we choose.  I realized that we have the freedom of going to sleep and not being tormented by images that are unfathomable.  Today was really one those experiences that made me go hmmmmmmmmm.  It is inspiring to see an amazing amount of people rallying together for a cause and providing support for someone in need.  I want to inspire everyone to make a difference in someone's life that needs help.  If you have children, get them involved too, teach them the importance of community involvement and giving back. You never know how you can touch someone's life.  Today I saw first hand, that it really does take a village.