Surgery scheduled

Hi everyone. Sorry for the long delay in postings. A combination of a bum knee and work related projects that I am working on at home has slowed me down a bit (well, that is my story and I'm sticking to it!) Much has happened as of late. Sherry's birthday celebration went very well with many people showing up to wish her well. She had a great time. After everyone had left and we were alone she started to cry and said it was the best birthday she had ever had. Thank you to everyone who found the time to come and celebrate this special birthday with her. We appreciate you all.

Today we met again with Dr. Ruff. The surgery to repair the ventrel hernia and also remove her gall bladder is set for 12:45 on Thursday, November 9th. It is a pretty big deal which will require a few days stay in the hospital and about a 6 week recovery time. She is very glad to finally have a date she can count on. As you know, she just wants to get this over with and "move forward." I will be glad when it over as well. Hopefully, this is the last major medical hurdle to overcome. Then we will get on with her recovery.

This morning Jody said she read an entire book outloud. It was a short self help book about customer service, how to interact with the public and co-workers. She said she enjoyed it and understood most of it. Two days ago she made meatloaf. Jody reported that really did mix all the ingredients and put them into the baking dish and then the oven. She was quite proud of herself over that one...as we all were.

Her slow, steady journey of recovery continues. We expect a short interruption, but then she will be on the road again. I will keep you all informed about the surgery. If you get the chance, stop in and visit her in the hospital. I know it would help her very much. Thank you all.

enough for now,

I love my wife...tomorrow we move forward,

Dean