WALTZING

     You might be wondering why this title? Is it somehow connected to the dance steps of Trump et al? Nope, for today I will ignore that man and his minions and write of beauty and joy and love - all that makes the world go round and defeat the hate and despair that otherwise might reign.
     Today, or more accurately, later on today, early evening, we and close to 100 others, friends and family who can be here in Florida with us, will be celebrating a moment in time - a 50th wedding anniversary. Standing together all those years ago I never imagined this day for 50 years!!!
     And yet, with thanks to G-d, we have reached this day, this time in our lives, not always on  a smooth road, but always we managed to get back on the proper path and raised a wonderful family, enjoy watching their own families grow up, and together we share Act III.
     So why waltzing? Well, the waltz is dignified, graceful, speaks of and to another time in life. It reminds me of my parents who waltzed beautifully, on the dance floor and off as they waltzed in love thru life, overcoming all that would upset their rhythm.
    Late to the thought, I tried to get us ready to waltz for the party. Ahem!! Best laid plans! But we will try and if we give a few people some laughs, well, laughter is the best medicine and we hope they will join us on the floor. And as we circle around with some lively Jewish music, may laughter and smiles be present for all.
     I will probably be a tad late in tomorrow's posting so please forgive me in advance if I am, but the feelings of happiness, of joy, of love that will run thru the day's events can never be replaced. The friends there to share with us, the glee as I look around at everybody all dressed up here in casual country  and think how wonderful we all look when we "clean up".
     I wish that we could all waltz thru life, step over the uneven sidewalks, waltz across and down the roads finding only smooth pavement ahead, no potholes, no sinkhole, no broken cement. It is joyful at times to waltz down side roads, small paths down which lay hidden and unexpected treasures and then back again to life and all that it hands us.
     So Happy Anniversary to all, be it the first or the 75th. Raise a glass to your loved one, your partner in and thru life, be it with soda, juice, champagne or water, for the sentiment is what counts. May you be as happy as we are, as glad to share our anniversary with friends and may all of us waltz as best we can, have the courage to laugh at ourselves, and always remain or get back in step. Maybe even discover new steps.