"On Procrastination and Swimsuits"

Since I am one who has a tendency to be a procrastinator, I am often surprised by the perfect timing I experience in my life.   

I began a tradition several years ago of giving swimsuits to my five grandgirls on Valentine's Day in lieu of candy.  The thing about a tradition is that once you start it, you bear the responsibility of continuing it.  I'm just never sure if I'm going to come through on that. 

Time is zipping right along these days, so February snuck right up on me, and I knew Valentine's Day was just around the corner.  I thought about the swimsuits more than once, but never got around to checking out their availability online.  That's the procrastinator part of me in action.

Early one morning I found myself checking with my daughters as to sizes, color and style preferences.  The next thing I knew I was actually online, making the necessary swimsuit purchases.  I wanted to have them shipped directly and imagine my genuine surprise when I found they are expected to be delivered on February 14. This brings me to a "pearl" I live by:  "Not a moment too soon; not a moment too late."  This, not because of me, but in spite of me.