…She chortled in her joy.

This morning Mark and I picked my friend, Wendy, up at Aunt Marg’s house — they had been having a good visit — and took her with us to my hand surgeon appointment.  He has got to be the fastest doctor in the world.  (He doesn’t even close the office door!)  He took the Band-Aid off my wrist, asked if I wanted him to operate on my other wrist, and when I said I wasn’t sure, he said, “Call me when you decide,” and I was out the door! Continue reading

She’s Baa-ack!

Just wanted to say a brief “Hey!” to all of you who have sent your prayers and wishes for me.  My hands are beginning to show signs of improvement.  A big thanks goes out to Mark who has kept me connected with you all, and to Aunt Marg who has been a big help throughout this week.  It’s not over yet, but I am encouraged!  –Denise

Happy Boxing Day!

I trust you all had a good Christmas.  We had a quiet Christmas with my mother and older sister and their husbands.  Mark and I opened our gifts and we called my son and sang “O Come, All Ye Faithful” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”.  This tradition started when he was young and would sleep in on Christmas morning.  His dad and I would stand outside his door like carolers and sing him awake.  I still call him first thing on Christmas morning and sing him awake! Continue reading