The Yellow Brick Road

I've always been a Wizard of Oz fan.  My sister Jeanette and I would watch it on TV every year even though we were terrified by the Wicked Witch and the flying monkeys.  I love the Wizard of Oz SO much I've become a collector of most things Wizard of Oz.  The Wizard of Oz  tells us that we have everything we need in our lives to make us happy whether it's a heart, your head, courage or home.  So, why are so many of us always searching for something to make us happy?  I've been through those moments so many times in my life and I'm sure you have as well.  At times, I will be watching a movie with my son or going on a walk with him and I always thank God for the incredible gift he has given me.  I truely believe that my son is my yellow brick road.  He has helped me to realize how incredibly lucky I am in so many areas of my life.  I wonder about the people that feel so devastated that they actually have the courage or lack thereof to take their own lives.  I pray that anyone that can consider the fact that ending their life might be easier can realize that you have everything you need to be happy.  Life is a journey and sometimes the road is happy and sometimes it's scary but when you realize that you have everything you need, the black and white moments in your life will become colorful.  Hang in there for you, for the gifts God has given you and for the people that love you.  Rest in Peace Kenny McKinley--I can't imagine the pain and devastation you felt yesterday.  Many broken hearts today.