Dear Tyler,

Hi sweetheart! How are you doing on this Monday afternoon? I hope you are staying dry up in Heaven because it is just a gloomy, cold, dark, and rainy day again here. This makes 6 days right in a row that we have been getting this weather. I think it is suppose to rain tomorrow as well and then nice and sunny for the next 3 days or so. I am hoping. I am used to the sun shining daily that I find myself missing it. It helps my mood a lot.
 Mark was a sweet heart and decided to work the afternoon from home. It was such a great surprise to me. It makes things a lot better when I am not alone all the time. Snickers is sitting right next to me as I am writing my letter to you. He does this quite often. For some reason he is afraid of rain and thunder. He gets really scared and won't settle down and sleep or anything. He growls and wanders around. I finally got him calmed down after the last 20 minutes. Poor thing. I feel bad for him but don't know what to do. He keeps looking out the window to see it pouring rain outside and sometimes cries. Breaks my heart. All I can do is continue to cuddle the little guy and tell him he is safe. If there is anything you can do to help us both out would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Tyler!
 Spoke to Grandpa over the weekend. He started his new job today. He was really excited to get back out and work part time after being retired for the last 3 years. I guess he was also asked to sit on the Council for Claremont as well. I think that is so super for him and I am so happy for all that he does. He is going to be one busy man. I think he wants it that way! Also spoke to Meme and Aunt Becky. They are doing well too. I am so glad to keep in contact with our family. It makes me feel connected even though I live far away.
 Brandy is coming for a visit in February. I am so excited. It will be so nice to see her and have some time with Bean! We haven't spent any time together in several years. It will also be nice to have company after being alone for the Holidays. Bonnie is coming in February too. Lots of company which I love!
 Wow... it is raining so hard and thunder and lightning. Holy smokes! I am going to end this letter for now as I don't want the power to go out on me while doing this. I don't think I will see any stars in the sky again as it is so crappy out, but that will not stop me from whispering to you. Be listening for Mom. I hope you have a great night and many sweet dreams. I miss you so much and I love you all the way around the world. To the moon and back! 
 Always, Mommy xoxoxo. Muah!