Happy Fourth

It seems like forever since I posted...yet in reality only two weeks.... but in this fast pace-instant access day of insta-info two weeks is "forever".

In reality.... not much going on in my life. .....The Man is healing well.... most parts have returned to normal function and size. His feet still swell a bit everyday...to be expected.... his strides are getting longer and his stamina is improving as well. It is frustrating to him, and myself as well, how slow the aging body heals. Working with kids who bounce back with amazingly short recoveries....it is easy to forget how slow the healing process really is.

With that episode behind us, my life seems to be returning to a more normal pace as well. While the sun shine and extra days off ( thanks to 22 years at the same hospital and a rather generous vacation compensation package) seem to beg playing hookie from responsibilities and the such, I am actually becoming very productive. My energy always surges with the sunshine.... and my inability to sleep most nights allows me to find the middle of the night the best time to complete mundane computer based tasks. Fall educational programs are falling nicely into place. Planning for the second one is Monday and then the two winter educational opportunities aren't far behind. Still trying to decide if I will travel this fall. I have to make my decision soon.....

Personal travel plans are in place..... Wisconsin for a long weekend to visit family, friends and get away.... and the St Louis for the BMW Championship Golf tournament and a week with family !! the Man will join me for that one of course !! We got so spoiled at Bellerive a few years ago...I can't imagine NOT going back for the big boys.

Of course, I am saddened by the absence of one of my heroes....I waited to see Tiger play again.... I am saddened further that "family" will also miss the opportunity.... we truly thought that this would be Delores' opportunity to see him in action. ...but other greats will surely be there.... and I can't wait !!

My own golf seems to be suffering a bit. Holidays, life, healing etc...all seem to be getting in the way of time on the links....I miss it.... oh well... all is good!!

Really...my old contentment seems to be returning.... my easy, real smile is back....and even the sour pit in my stomach seems to be getting smaller.

Life is not without its concerns and trials... my Florida Sis still suffers and I worry daily about her, others I know struggle with their own happiness.... but for me.... worries have mostly moved behind me and I can only see the sunshine... ( funny what a year of healing physically and mentally will do for a girl).

thanks