Heidi, thank you for today’s reflection. I find that my care of my physical health has been greatly impacted by becoming a grandma. In the same way that it was easy for me to “give up” things like wine during my pregnancies for the health of my unborn children, I make choices that are hard for me because I want to be around to help with and love my grandchildren. Connecting these fasting moments with my spiritual life, my desire to be closer to Jesus and to part with the things that separate me from Jesus because they become idols of sorts, has been an ongoing challenge. But I know it’s important, so I persist even amidst the times I fall short. Right now, Lent in my life is a one day at a time thing. Please know that I’m praying for you and your family. And please pray for me, friend.