October Beach...When I begin to feel a tad philosophical, which can happen on an October beach, I always come to the realization that each and every day really is a gift. The risk in sharing this revelation is sounding like one of a million corny, sappy e-mails that I'm supposed to FWD to everyone in my address book. The fact of the matter is that we are surrounded by people and places that we often take for granted.

Soo...for me it's the occassional moment of inspired appreciation brought on by beautiful people or places that re-kindles that sense of forgotten gratitude. Our time here is limited, the gifts are many and varied. Take a walk on a beach near you, ( or a walk anywhere with someone you love ) ....and do it soon.