"It's a Family Affair"

Today I started my day with no direction or idea what I was going to do.  However, there were a few more items I needed to buy before my cruise on June 20, 2010.  I got a call from a close friend who suggested that we go to the mall and grab a cup of coffee.  I was not a coffee drinker but for some reason six months ago I have become very fond of "french vanilla coffee."  We did go to the mall and had coffee but an unexpected event happened while we were at the mall.  My friend's sibling was taken to the hospital by way of ambulance.  I've been around my friends family and noticed that they have such a bond.  The family is replica of the movie Soul Food as it relates to the love and closeness on holidays and family gatherings .  Yep, they are close and no matter what happens they always come together NO MATTER WHAT!  Although it was a brief stay for the family member at the hospital the whole family begans to rally together and they always show up for one another.  Family from the north, south, east and west whether via telephone or in person makes an appearance or call several times a day.  They always come through for one another! 

It is such a family affair!

Family is so important and alot of families have no respect for one another.  We talk about each other and hold grudges but if the truth be told  we can't afford not to be close!  Look at the world today.  We can't depend on anything these days.  Jobs are downsizing, social security may become insufficient for some when its time to retire.  That's just to name a few things.  When will we come to the conclusion that Family can be an asset greater than any material or money.....  Family can bring a smile to your face on a day when your not feeling well.  Family can be your biggest support in a crisis.  Believe me I've witness with my own eyes today that family is essential.

Yep,  I truly believe that it's a family affair!

The view from my eyes......