I was on my way home and a State Highway Patrol cruiser came whizzing past me at a high rate of speed.  I wondered where he was heading in such a hurry?

I pulled into the driveway and came inside to find my wife on the phone with a family member who has a police scanner.  One of our local youths was killed in an auto accident, only minutes before.  No other details are known as of this post.  That’s where the police car was headed.

I pondered how painful this Christmas would be for the family of that youth who lost his life.  A terrible blow to be sure.  It gives one pause to consider how precious life is.

So, as I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, my hopes are that you’ll all be careful in your comings in and your  goings out.  Use common sense and defend your lives by being aware and not driving if you drink.  See you in 2010!