Lent - Should that mean something to me? ~ Nothing but the truth

I had never heard of lent until I moved to Chicago.  I was at work wondering why so many of my co-workers were walking around with dirt on theiir foreheads.  It was apparent that this was acceptable.  I asked one of my friends what was it all about and was told it is Ash Wednesday.  I like the idea of getting closer to God and preparing my heart for Resurrection Sunday.  Let's look at some helpful ideas as we draw nigh unto God this Lent Season.