I have the right to be happy and find peace in my life. It’s not up to them; it’s up to me. I look inside, not outside. The Peckerheds can sting or annoy me but can’t knock me down.

Zip and I are working together now that it’s warmer. He likes to lie in the sun at my feet and then nap there. Seeing him there is nice, and I’m grateful he feels safe enough to sleep at my feet.

Soaking up the sun.

I asked St. Joe to ease up on the cold and bring some warmth. He did.