This morning I encountered a new angel in my life. It may be that we have passed in a hallway years ago or even shared a class but this morning the kindness Walt extended made a positive difference in my outlook and world.

A yearbook shows we attended the same high school. Our lives have taken separate paths.

Despite his busy family life, he took time to read my ramblings and disjointed thoughts sent via instant message. What started as a simple wish for each other to have a good day turned into a James Joyce stream of conciousness flowing from my typing fingers.

By sharing time with me, my angel helped me to get refocused. My brain was going helter skelter, buzzing with wishes that I could think of some way to help my loved ones and frustrated that I couldn't.

My heartfelt concern is for my friend David Hallal. He is battling Cancer. It is a battle I wish I could fight for him. One I pray he will win. I count on Miracles and David has been one in my life now it is time for him to receive a much needed one.

My sister, Wendy is fighting a daily battle with MS. How I wish I could eliminate her suffering and guarantee her a healthy future.

My dear daughter Sheila just had surgery. I wish I could be with her and my son Tom to help them. I am so proud of the way they handle things as a family and the loving care they give to their children Hope and Noah.

My brother is doing awesome - his world has finally taken turns for the better. I am so proud of him and his wife Diane. My sister Bonnie and her daughter Dawn are experiencing the uncertain adventure of being in business for themselves. I wish them much success and happiness.

My son Jim and his family are going through a multitude of changes within their jobs as they lovingly enjoy their summer.

So much in life is out of our control. I know the only thing we can control is our attitude. Thankfully exchanging words and disjointed thoughts via instant message today was like a tea kettle given the chance to release a build up of steam.

You may never know when the time you share, the kindness of caring you show may make you an angel in someone's life. Walt was an angel for me this morning. Thank you. May you and your wife and family be healthy and happy now and always.