So Far, So Good

I'm still chasing Randy around with the thermometer. He is being a good sport about it. His temperature and blood pressure have been in the normal range. He has really had a pretty good week. His strength and stamina are slow in returning, but we can see some improvement everyday. And we are very thankful for that. He is still having some discomfort in his legs and feet from the edema. Balance problems are still somewhat of an issue, but he just keeps going.

Yesterday was a very busy and good day. Two of Randy's friends and former co-workers at CIPS in Springfield, IL drove four hours to spend time with him and take us out to lunch. The morning started off a little shaky, but improved with Bob and Bruce's visit. It is always good to talk about "the good old days." A big thank you to Bob Patterson and Bruce Garner for their visit. They were there when Randy went through dialysis and the kidney transplant, so they were happy to see him doing so well.

Now we gear up for the arrival of the kids. Everyone will be coming in on Christmas Eve. Pat and Mary will be driving from Mary's parents in Missouri, Katie will be driving from Chicago and Carrie will be flying in from Atlanta. It will be so nice to have the house full of kids again. I'm not sure, but I think it was last Christmas when they were all home together. Pat and Mary didn't come home for Thanksgiving and Katie wasn't home last Easter, so guess it has been a year. We are truly excited about it, can you tell?

Besides Christmas, anticipation is growing for the party celebrating Pat and Mary's wedding. We will be celebrating with our friends and family, some of which were at the wedding, but most were not able to attend. It will be a great time.

Thank you to Carol Stith for the delicious meal that you provided for us this week. I could get used to having someone delivering food to the door. It was so thoughtful of you to think of us. Thanks also for all of the cards, emails and phone calls that we continue to receive. Even during this very busy time, you take time to let us know that you are praying and thinking of us. You are all priceless.

I don't know if I will post before Christmas. If not, our wish for each of you is a Happy and Blessed Christmas and a Joyous New Year.

Prepare ye the way.

Peace be to you.

Randy & Sue