If all goes well, I'll submit my dissertation to my committee in ten days. It's been a long haul, a blistering, exhausting, questionable marathon, a mountain of prayers, and a basket overflowing with kindness from friends and family.
Yesterday, a dear friend brought over a small vial of lemon oil as her offering of support in these final, grueling days. It's a happy scent, surprisingly refreshing and energizing.
Did you know that hope smells like lemon?
