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Morning Devotional...





I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians 5:23


I am not surprised that I still meet people who do not believe that Jesus Christ is going to return to earth. In fact, some of them, armed with their own Bibles and interpretations, are insistent on setting me "straight." One gentleman has written saying that I have it all wrong, and that Paul did not mean what I had said he meant, as I applied Paul's statement to everyday life. I took time to write a reply: "When it comes to saying what he meant, Paul's batting average has been pretty good up to now. So, I will string along with what Paul plainly, clearly said." I did not figure I needed someone to straighten me out-particularly someone who had decided the Bible does not mean what it says. No one is going to argue me out of my faith in what God has revealed and what God has said. As far as I am concerned, it is a fact that Jesus is coming again! The question I do raise is this: Are we prepared spiritually for His coming? Are we tolerating conditions in our midst that will cause us embarrassment when He does come?

"When it comes to saying what he meant, Paul's batting average has been pretty good up to now. So, I will string along with what Paul plainly, clearly said."



Dear Lord I pray that you make the words you have inspired and on which we depend so heavily a solid foundation and a brightly burning beacon. I thank you for your words so reassuring and true.

From Devotions By Dr. Tozer

Don, thanks for that short but powerful devotional by Dr. Tozer.  I agree, Paul said what he meant!  And I believe with all my being that Jesus IS coming again!

Oh, Ruth Ann!  SEVEN HOURS in Walmart?     How did you stand it??  That's much too long for the youngest and ablest among us!  I surely hope this doesn't happen again, that is expecting far too much.  Sitting comfortably at home while watching a fireworks display sounds lovely.  I didn't see as much as a sparkler, nor hear as much as one firecracker pop this year!  Guess I was isolated out here in my own cocoon!   

We had 23 guests yesterday.  Whew.  And most came back for breakfast this morning, following which time, both Darrel and I went back to bed!  Now, I did have a lot of help with food preparation, etc., also with clean-up, but still, I was on my feet almost all day, and my legs cramped and hurt a lot last night.  And my sister Doris and her daughter Barbara brought everything for breakfast except the orange juice.  It was wonderful to see all of them, and this will be our family reunion for this year.  Abby didn't have to grill after all, as they weren't here soon enough.  (Her Dad is always late, or nearly so, as he always has one more thing--or two--or three, to do before he can leave town.  So my nephew Lance was grill master, and did a good job.  I wish some of them could have stayed longer, but a short visit is better than no visit!  And before they left, everyone gathered around Darrel, anointed him with oil and prayed for his healing.  God is good!

Larry, glad your down time has passed again, and am so glad you do stop and rest when it's called for.  I'm trying to emulate you in that regard!  Prayers continue for Scott during this tough time.  Good you can be there to give him those warm and encouraging hugs.

Beth asked John to announce their engagement yesterday, which he did.  They all knew it already, but that made her happy.  She seemed to really be struggling to swallow food yesterday.  Bless her heart, she is a trooper!  And John is a marvel.  I heard several in the family tell him thank you for all he has done and is doing for our Beth.

Carol, the music continues to be a disappointment to me and Darrel, too.  Why must they sing ALL new songs, every service?  Like you said, hard for us oldsters. 

Darrel is still having lots of stomach problems, so I will take him to the doctor tomorrow and see what they think can be done to resolve this.   

I probably need to go out and water the plants, but maybe I can wait until it cools off a little.

Hi, friends,

It's been a relatively quiet day today  Again, I slept through my Sunday morning alarm. Please help me pray that I can receive a blessing by being able to go to church.

That poor lady has no sense of time.  Except for the time the doctor's office wouldn't take her because she arrived so late. Thereafter she's been much better. I finally started following her in Walmart and reminding her to let me help by getting the things - just point out what she wanted. That greatly reduced the time spent. Those long trips wear me out.

It's so good to hear from each of you.

May our Lord provide just the blessing you need during the day ahead.

Ruth Ann

Hi everyone on a cloudy but otherwise nice Monday morning.  We did have a good church service yesterday and then went to where Scott works and had lunch and were able to talk with him a few minutes and give him big hugs as we left, which he assured us he needed. 

It was so nice at our church yesterday that the songs were the old Patriotic classics including the choir anthem of the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" and the great pianist we have did a medley of the Armed Services songs.

This morning around 9 am I will go over to Walmart to pick up some prescriptions and get a few other things we are out of.  Then at noon do plan on attending a meeting.  That will be it for today.

Carol, maybe you all could slip into church late after a lot of the loud and unfamiliar music is over so you can hear the sermon.  Does your church put their sermons on their website in audio or video format?   

Don, thank you for the fine devotional thought for the week.  I also believe we will have a second coming of Christ.   

Janet, no wonder you ached after having 23 guests.  However, it sounds like a good time was enjoyed by all and they didn't leave you with a lot to do in terms of the food preparation and clean up.  When I have the exhausted days I almost have to lay down and rest as just even moving my arms requires conscious effort.  This is only about the second time since we moved I have had a couple of days like that and yesterday I felt really good.  I am beginning to have many nights where I wake up ar 4 or 5 am and then can't go back to sleep.  This was one of those morning.  About 5:30 I picked up my phone, which doesn't emit too much light into the dark bedroom and doesn't seem to bother Pat, and read most of my email and read through the message boards. Will Beth and John be planning a wedding in the near future?  It sounds like John is already a member of the family and that is great. 

Ruth Ann, I would think the lady you took to Walmart would have gotten tired much before 7 hours was up.  It seems unreasonable and not very thoughtful to put you through such an ordeal.  It is always good to see your postings. 

Good cool Monday morning from here!

Janet:  You enjoy the company and then collapse when they leave.  Us, too!  It is just wonderful for Beth to have such joyous news to share.  Keep on with your mending.

Ruth Ann:  My uncle would say that you would have stars in heaven for your goodness.  That lady must have a loss of reality and it is much to much for you to carry the brunt of her inattention.  Hug and a prayer!

Larry:  Thinking of your son - his going back to work so soon and how he has to handle his grieving in public.  How difficult for him and for all of you. 

Don:  Thank you for devotions.  The message is powerful. 

Good Monday morning to you all!

I owe a huge apology for being remiss in thanking our member who advised me re getting our glasses and hearing aids covered by the insurance.  We will certainly look into that.  Darrel is also missing his wrist watch, a rather expensive one, so will ask about that, as well.  Thank you so much for the information on what you did.

My computer seems really touchy today, keeps jumping around, putting what I'm typing into other paragraphs, etc.  I know it is likely user error, but still, it's aggravating! 

Larry, so glad you are feeling better now.  Always good to hear.

John posted an announcement of his and Beth's engagement on Facebook yesterday, and congratulations and well wishes were pouring in!  Good to see them both so happy!  As for a wedding date, they haven't yet set one.  John needs to find suitable housing, then drive back to Utica and dispose of most of his belongings and do something with his house, then load what's left into his car and come back.  And he doesn't know how long that may take.  Darrel noticed him straightening Beth's fingers yesterday, so I spoke to him about it this morning, and encouraged him to do that and any other straightening or stretching thins he can with her, as that is what she needs.  We are all just amazed at the loyalty and purity of John's love for Beth.  What a marvel!  We really thank our loving Father for Beth's having John in her life.

Carol, gad to see you have some cool there.  Not so here!  Thankful for air conditioning!

Darrel did really well in his therapy session this morning, and is taking a nap now, as it really tired him out!

Ruth Ann, could you possibly tell the lady you only have x amount of time you can give her, when she asks for your help?  We don't want you wearing yourself out so.

I really missed going to church yesterday, but we felt the rest was the most needed, and I know God understands.

Hi everyone on a sunny Tuesday morning.  Today is our 53rd wedding anniversary and it is our plan to go to a nice restaurant for a nice lunch rather than go out this evening.  I got Pat a nice card and some Russell Stover candies that she likes a lot.  Scott will be going with us.  We feel very fortunate to have had this many years together and I know I am grateful for each day.  I also plan on going to coffee this morning.  That will be a full day for me.  Yesterday after I got back from Walmart and making a couple of other stops I was our of energy for the day and stayed in the rest of the day. 

Carol, since Scott is alone in the house, except for his dog and cat (which are a blessing at this time to him) that is probably harder on him than working.  He said the first evening was very difficult but on Sunday it was some better. 

Janet, are you using a laptop and having the skipping problems or a regular desktop.  If you haven't done so try rebooting the computer as that will often fix problems.  Beth and John deserve all the happiness they can get.  Nice to read that Darrel is doing well in his therapy.  It seems each day strengthens a person.

Congratulations, Larry and Pat!  53 is a wonderful anniversary to reach. 

HAPPPY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, LARRY AND PAT!!  53 Years!  How wonderful!  Enjoy the day!

Good morning--well, almost noon, I guess.  I have been up a long time and have done my day's work, as am out of energy and find it's time to rest.  It is cooler here, and sort of overcast; a very welcome relief from the very hot temps and dry winds of the past several days.

I went with John to look at apartments yesterday and we found a nice, though quite small one.  It's right across the street from our Post Office, is for Seniors (he qualifies, since he is over 55!) and the rent is based on income.  He picked up an application, and is to fill it out, then call the manager, then meet with him on Thursday to make his decision.  He liked the apartment, and I think it will do nicely for his needs, as it is all on one level, easy to get Beth's wheelchair in and out.  There are all ladies living there now, and they seemed pleased that they might have a man in the building.  The apartments are all in one building, with two nice big social areas in common, a laundry room available, etc.  The ladies are all very congenial and most know me and Beth, a few know John already.  John plans to stay here until July 30, then drive back to NY, take care of things there and drive back.  I will be looking for furniture for him in the meantime.  The apt. has all kitchen appliances, and I have more than enough dishes and pots and pans to share with him, also towels and other linens.

The only have-to on our calendar today is a Dr. app't. for Darrel at 4:00 P.M.  Easier day, thank the Lord!

May you all feel the love of our wonderful Lord this Tuesday!

Hi, friends,

Today was a good day. When I took my sister in law to the doctor, we learned the big lesion on the sole of her foot is less than half the size it was the last time I took her.

She then suggested grilled fish at Captain D's, and of course, I couldn't refuse that offer.

Finally, as we drove toward the apartments, we sang old hymns together, with her having the lead and me doing a tenor with her.

Well, love to each of you.

Ruth Ann

Hi everyone.  Today is off to a busy start on the construction site next door.  The concrete truck and the workers needed to deal with it were here before 7 am and they will be putting down the concrete foundation and working the cement today. 

We had a really nice dining experience yesterday at a new place for us called the "Chop House".  It is a beautiful restaurant and the food was excellent, as was the service.  They even brought out a complimentary dessert that we all could share.  We will definitely go there again for special occasions.  My calendar is clear today so look forward to a leisurely, if noisy, day.

Thank you all for the Anniversary greetings.  We did have a nice day.

Janet, the apartment sounds ideal for John and it sounds like you can help him do some furnishing of things that will also help you put to use some things that you do not use.  Since from what you have previously indicated it sounds like he will be able to get just the furniture he needs rather than bringing a lot of furniture with him.  Does he have a house he needs to sell?

Ruth Ann, glad to read you had a good day.  It has been years since we have been to a Captain D's.  There is one here not too far from us. 

Yes, Larry, we will be able to help John with furniture.  All he had was really old and worn out, Beth said, and certainly not worth shipping so far!  He does own a house, and I hope his siblings can handle the sale for him.  He is 100% committed to Beth, all he wants is to be here with her, to take care of her and to love her.  What a man! 

The Dr. saw Beth yesterday and she has two infected neurofibromas, one on each side of her upper torso.  He is arranging for her to have them removed by the dermatologist here in town.  He said once they start acting up, that's the only cure for them.  Having John here really does relieve me of a lot of stress, as I know he is always there looking out for Beth, and will call me anytime I am needed there.  While I am taking care of Darrel, it's a double blessing.  God bless dear John!

Time to take Darrel to therapy, then we both have chiropractor appointments.  That will finish the morning!

Talk to all of you later!

It is unusually cool here this morning - once again.  Then, it will hit the 90's for sure this week.  Our daughter and family should be arriving home from their Spain and Morocco trip.   They had saved hotel and airline perks for some time so it was a wonderful trip for all.  I thought it was interesting that they stopped at a COSTCO in Spain and bought sandwich and snack fixings and the hotels had breakfasts. 

My mind is truly groggy today with little sleep for some reason.  Here is the crazy thing I did.  Usually, I make a crockpot of steel cut oatmeal overnight and the formula is 4 cups of water to one cup of oatmeal.  Forgot to turn it on until this morning - thank heaven because I had put in the opposite formula in my ditzy mind it was 4 cups of oatmeal to one cup of water.  It would have been all over the counter!  So, now there are two crockpots cooking this all day and I need to watch the liquid level.   

Larry and Pat:   Congratulations on your anniversary!   

Hi, friends,

A bit of a frustrating day, for someone on whom I was depending didn't get to my apartment.

Oh, well, such is life.

It's so good to hear from Janet about the progress in her family, Larry about the great new restaurant (there's a Chop House about 20 miles from Nashville in one of the suburbs - I've eaten there and liked it), and from Carol about her near miss with the oatmeal.

Y'all have a great rest of the day.

Ruth Ann

Hello everyone, sprry that I have not posted very often but I do come here daily to read what y'all have been doing.
Keith and I went out to a blueberry farm yesterday yo plick blueberries, The place is owned by someone Keith has known for many years and was also a client of his. Keith designed his house so we were taken on a tour of the house. The place is huge and so beautiful.

Keith's  boyhood/lifetime friend is in town from Southern California , he is supposed to call to take us to lunch today in Bandon . So I just might make it to the PCHS board meeting that I am supposed to be at 5:pm.

I've had a busy few days.  And today I was at the hairdresser and had my usual trim and colour.  I usually have it a bit shorter in the summer as I perspire so much when in the humidity here.

Sorry I missed your anniversary, Larry.  Glad you had a good day.  I'm thinking of Scott during these days.  So difficult for him.

We have a new Challenge.  I put one photo in and no one else has yet!  Anyone got any photos of apples or anything to do with apples?

Hi everyone on a bright, sunny summer morning here in South Carolina.  We are expecting it to get up to 97 this afternoon.  We will be out this morning as Pat as an appointment with the sleep clinic doctor at 9:45 and I just got back from getting her something for breakfast and a quick stop at the grocery store.  She shouldn't have to cook on her birthday, although may fix something for dinner tonight in the crock pot.  Scott will be over after he works until about 2 pm to help celebrate her birthday.  If we get done in time this morning I plan on attending the Wisdom group at the church at 11:30.  So far I am feeling more peppy today than yesterday. 

Janet, I can read in your message how very grateful you are that John is taking some of the load off your shoulders. 

Carol, don't think you are alone in doing somethings that leave you scratching your head.  I put the garage door up a little bit the other day to keep the garage from being so hot and then forgot to shut it down.  Some critter came in during the night and torn into a recycle bag I had sitting on the floor next to the garbage can and found some foil that Pat had used with the chicken wings and made a bit of a mess on the garage floor.  Needless to say the door is not going to be left up a little bit anymore.  Glad that you family had such a nice vacation to Spain and bet they will have a lot of memories to share with you all.

Ruth Ann, sorry that you had a frustrating day. 

Marilyn, what do you fix with the blueberries?  Nice you could see one of the houses that Keith designed. 

Pat, no problem on the anniversary front.  We did have a good day and a delicious dining experience.  These days are difficult for Scott but he is holding in there. 

Hi, friends,

It's morning and I've already been working.

My former boss called asking for a quick data analysis for a client of his, so I set about doing that yesterday, worked until about 8pm. Then, again, he asked for "just one more thing" and I did that and sent the revised file to him again. It certainly is nice to, as one commercial says, "work in my jammies" from home.

Well, must go, things to do and deliveries to accept today.

May our Lord go with us throughout the day.

Love to all,
Ruth Ann

Larry with the Blueberries i make Jame and Pie or cobbler.

we had a wonderful Salmon dinner out with Keith's childhood friends yesterday after meeting them in Old Town Bandon for some walking around looking at things and taking pictures.

Busy morning, again!  The therapist is not going to be here tomorrow, so we had to have Darrel at therapy by 9:00.  After that, he made it across the street to say hello to our "financial guru" who flew to Wichita to visit him, flew me back home, and came to Garden City twice to visit Darrel.  He has also called several times to check on him.  Anyway, they enjoyed a nice, short visit.  Then we went by McDonald's for breakfast burritos, then to the Sr. Ctr. to have his toenails cut.  And then he wanted to go buy some sausage patties, so we did that.  He was happy to get into his recliner when we got home!

Pat, it's wonderful to see your post today!  I hope some do have "apple" photos for the contest.

Ruth Ann, I'm sure the extra money is helpful to you, and good you can do that work from home now.  Be sure to rest and take care of Ruth Ann! 

Larry, please give Pat my best wishes for her birthday!  Your anniversary and her birthday are very close together, more reason to celebrate!  Best to Scott, too.

Marilyn, those childhood/lifetime friends are precious.  Glad Keith got to see his!

We had another welcome quarter inch of rain last night, but in the SW part of our county they had over 6 inches last night!  Too bad, as most of it surely ran off and was wasted.

I need to get to the bank before it closes!

]A light plane is flying overhead and from the looks of clouds to the west they will have to get out of this airspace fairly soon.  Just another daily storm and I think we are 5 inches above average. 

Daughter's family landed about 3 hours late all from the delay in Washington, D.C.  She works out of her house mainly and decided to try the Wal--- grocery delivery for once as they got in so late & so many reasons.  I'll have to check with her on how it went with the food and staples delivered. 

Janet:  How is Darrel getting around - with a walker or crutches.  He must have been exhausted.  It takes so much longer to mend.  Can't believe you had a breakfast burrito - that would do me in, so to speak.     Lunch was a chicken taco for me - not too much salsa, thank you.

My laptop has 4 new downloads today for security.  It makes me wonder what is going on?

Hi everyone on a hot and sunny Friday morning here and headed up to around 100 degrees this afternoon.  I expect to stay in all day now as have already watered the flowers and a couple of other plantings that are on our front porch.  I awoke around 4 this morning and couldn't go back to sleep. 

Scott was over and was going to make dinner for us but Pat had put some delicious stuffed peppers in the crock pot so he just had to make a salad and then he did all of the clean up.  Yesterday was a hard day for him as he received the cremation urn and took it to the crematory.  He is going to be spared the difficult trip back there to pick  it up as the director had to be in North Augusta this morning and will hand deliver it to him shortly.  He said he would be back out to see us sometime today before he goes to work at 5 pm this evening. 

Pat's birthday was pretty uneventful as we ate at home.  I had given her a card and a new set of binoculars to use to watch the hummingbirds from her easy chair out the window in front of her.  We were able to put the hummingbird feeder on the porch support and she has a perfect view.  She is really enjoying the birds.  She is also getting a new writing desk that she wanted for the sun room and it should be here on Monday.  Scott will assemble it for her then as his birthday gift to her, which is what she asked for from him. 

Ruth Ann, nice that you can still help out your old boss.  The working from home is very nice. 

Marilyn, it sounds like you are going to have some delicious blueberry jam, pies and cobblers. 

Janet, what a nice financial guru you all have and obviously he is a friend as well as advisor.  Nice that Darrel is up to getting out a bit, while tiring is still probably strengthening. 

Thank you all for the birthday wishes for Pat. 

Carol, I wasn't aware that Walmart was doing grocery deliveries.  I am not sure what the store here does but seem to recall you could place and order online and then go and pick it up but that may not be the case at this store.  Glad your daughter and family are back home safely.  The breakfast burrito's at McDonald's are really quite tasty as they are just scrambled egg, some small chunks of sausage and cheese in a wrap.  I have gotten them several times for Sunday breakfast so Pat doesn't have to be in the kitchen as it helps her get around in time to go to Sunday School. 

Good day all!  We were happy to visit with our ailing neighbor and wife yesterday - Don set up their new printer with wifi.  Meanwhile, I had a chance to chat with her and she needed to "unload" on her stress of being a caregiver for over 3 years.  Otherwise, she is totally the most positive person ever.  Then, she gave me a copy of "Jesus Calling" a little daily study.  This church sends many to military as well - I love it already. 

Larry:  Your house arranging is really coming together.  So glad that Scott is nearby and you can comfort each other. 

Larry:  On Wal---  Laura paid a fixed fee of $7 for a huge order of staples.  She thought ahead and ordered online before their trip - they called right in the correct time and delivered the goods.  She works out of her house - has two teens, two dogs, and a husband who is working on starting his own business.  This is marvelous for a time saver and would be for a physical saver as well.  Even once a month would be nice - and then pick up the lighter weight stuff when convenient.    -  Glad Pat will have a closer look at the hummingbirds. 

Hi, friends,

A friend of mine is disabled and she orders from Walmart all the time. There is no delivery fee (FedEx delivers) for orders exceeding $50.

I've been a lazy bones today, but really need to go out to get a few things from the grocery.

Homemade gifts are always so precious. The jams sound wonderful.

July has been a rainy month here in Nashville.  I think we're about 4-5 inches above normal thus far.

Y'all have a good day.

Love to all,
Ruth Ann

I wrote and thought I posted, but it  isn't showing here!  It showed just after it posted???  Gremlins again?

Hi everyone.  I just went out to water my flowers on the porch and to tell them how pretty they were and it is already 85 degres heading up to 99 this afternoon  Our heat index temperature yesterday was 103 degrees.

Yeseterday was sort of a lost day as both Pat and I were feeling very tired all day.  We each took a nap in the AM, which for me is pretty unusual.  I got up and had lunch and then laid back down for a couple of hours.  This morning I am feeling good again and may make a quick trip to COSTCO for one of their rotisserie chickens.  I read recently that is their best selling item and they sell many millions of them each year.   Pat goes for her sleep study tonight at 8:30 and that will likely be our day.

Carol, glad you were there for your neighbor as she obviously needed someone to confide in.  I am hopeful that this desk Pat wants will be the last piece of furniture we will need to be buying.  She just needed somewhere to keep writing supplies, etc. on this floor without having to go up to her sewing room for them.  It also will look nice in the location she wants to put it.  I am going to check on ordering from Walmart like that.  Pat often orders other things from them that are delivered to the house.  It is not that we don't have the time to shop it is that we don't have the stamina or pain tolerance anymore. 

Ruth Ann, glad you could have a restful day yesterday.  I know we certainly did although Pat did get the laundry done yesterday afternoon.  I think we have had only one rain here in July, but it was a good one. 

Janet, I know it is discouraging to lose a posting.  I see your last postings before yesterday was the one on the 9th. 

Don is out for his early morning walk and I did my exercise much earlier.  Wish I could sleep later but it just isn't in my internal clock.  Yesterday, Don had an issue with his blood sugar so we stopped at a coffee shop and he had sugar packets with coffee and a scone - still not good until this morning.  It comes on so fast.  Last night, I spilled a entire hot cup of coffee over electric plug and my knitting. Uff da, what a mess.  the yarn is now dried and I will just continue knitting then wash the entire thing.  Always something.

Son's in-laws want some information on Arizona so we are having them over Tuesday - early because I have a meeting with quilters that night.  Today, we will pick up a DIL from the airport and transport her to her home on the opposite side of town. 

Larry:  I understand about the sewing area and the need for storage.  That takes much more room than the sewing machine itself.  When everything gets set up - please give us a picture of Pat's domain.  Thanks for the tip on the Wal.... free shipping by FedX. 

Hi, friends,

Well, I'll be staying in today. It's supposed to be very hot here in Nashville, too.

So good to hear from y'all.

Love to all,
Ruth Ann

Hello!  I know I am late when Ruth Ann beats me in here!    Loving jest, Ruth Ann.  Glad you could stay in today and be cool.

Carol, I love that expression uff da!  It really does express a feeling, for sure!  Don't you hate it when you make a mess like that?  And we all do it, sometime or other.

Larry, hope you and Pat both feel better and up to attending church tomorrow.  I'm sure Walmart wouldn't deliver anything to us for free, as the nearest one is 50 miles away! 

Darrel has been feeling tired and having quite a lot of pain in that knee and leg, after having therapy two days in a row.  But he told me to go ahead and go paint today, as he felt I needed a break, so I did.  He got along okay, and I had a really pleasant day and got a watercolor painting done.  It was really fun just to paint and chat and be with friends.  They all expressed their gladness that I'm still among the living!  Oh, yes, God is good!

I'm trying to find somewhere to get a custom made wheelchair for Beth, that will not be so heavy and hard to handle.  I looked online, and found many made for dogs; not very many for people and none that would suit her needs.  I think that would be the best possible gift for them for their wedding, as John is so small and this chair she has now is almost too much for him, and it surely is getting to be too much for me.  I have asked the director of the care home; she says she will talk to the therapist who comes once a week, see what we can do, or at least where to start.

It is to get to 101* here tomorrow.  Ugh.  I am hoping Darrel will be up to attending church in the morning.  Then we may go on the Sr. bus to Lakin in the afternoon to an old-time gospel singing.  They plan to sing the old favorites we grew up with, which will be a treat! Lakin is only about 30 miles from here.

I guess I've gabbed enough now.  Good night!