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The First Leg of the Journey

On January 11, 2024 I took the first step on a journey that has just begun. The, suddenly appearing, lump under my arm was the unwelcome harbinger of a journey that I would have to take and in the process… Continue Reading…

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The Waiting

Anyone remember Tom Petty? “The waiting is the hardest part Every day get one more yard You take it on faith, you take it to the heart The waiting is the hardest part You know, waiting is the hardest part“… Continue Reading…

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Moving on Up in Iowa City

We’ve upgraded our accommodations! Gone are the days of contorting ourselves on the glorified yoga mat they dare call a bed in the Emergency Department’s palatial yet strangely uncomfortable suite. Now, we’re living the high life on the 6th floor,… Continue Reading…

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Mid-Day News from the Emergency Room

It is so busy here that there are people laying in the hallways. It’s like walking through a homeless camp! At any rate we are still here and just saw the Boss Doctor with his class of about 10 students.… Continue Reading…

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The Morning After

It’s 7:19 in the morning and we are awake. That’s pretty amazing given that my girlfriend settled in her recliner (snatched from another room before anyone else could grab it by one of the nurses) around 11:00. I got my… Continue Reading…

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Here’s What We Know from the Emergency Room

I had originally intended to wait until Friday to make this post (You will understand why as you continue reading). Events under the superintending eye of the Lord, however, have overrun my plans and made it important to share all… Continue Reading…

Family

Some of the “Wonderful Things”

I spent a few days at the home of my daughter and her family this past weekend as we celebrated my birthday, my grandson’s birthday and Valentine’s day. Having returned home now, leaving my girlfriend behind for a few more… Continue Reading…

Old Sew 'n Sew

Old Sew ‘n Sew Update

Despite dabbling in the digital dungeon of online sales, I’ve finally decided to get serious and open an e-tail shop faster than you can sew a button. Out with the old craft shows, in with the cyber hustle! Keep an eye on my socials to snag some handcrafted charm. #CraftyComeUp

Slice of Life

Older Than I Look!

Recently, I was engaged in conversation with one of my rideshare riders and the subject of “age” arose. The rider inquired as to my age and when I told her I was 74 she gasped and said, “get out of… Continue Reading…

Ministry

“You Are My Savior!” (Lyft note)

Last week I gave a ride to a young man who is from India. I’ve taken him to work on a few occasions and we have discussed the difficulty he has in getting a ride to his place of employment… Continue Reading…

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