E is for Energy

en·er·gy  

/ˈenərjē/

Noun The strength and vitality required for sustained physical or mental activity. A feeling of possessing such strength and vitality.

Synonyms power - vigour - vigor - vim - zip - strength - pep

Google "energy definition" and that's what you get.  Last night our parent teacher group held its annual carnival and energy is what we had. The carnival, held during Catholic Schools Week, is a way to celebrate the energy of our families and raise money to sustain that energy.  It take a lot of volunteer energy to make it happen and, while I always wish there were more people willing and able to put out the time to really make things soar, I appreciate those who do.  I help, but I'm more of a worker bee-  great at being told what to do, but easily overwhelmed by the organizational details.  I'll gladly be room parent and line up workers, help at the book fair, help sort prizes, etc., but the ones who fit the pieces together are my heroes. 

I should give god and Mother Nature a little shout out here.  Monday was a snow (actually ice) day and today is snowy and windy with many schools around us canceling or delaying classes.  Last night, though, was quite decent and the carnival didn't falter under weather fears.  Many many prayers were answered:).