Phil our prayers are sent. I think it bad when children have to endure such major maladies so early in life. Makes me wish I could take them on instead of them having to. They are meant to be running and playing on the playground. Making our nerves a frazzle with the noise, boundless energy, and their seemingly indestructible, carefree attitudes. Blessings are on the way, I'm sure.
I can relate to the back pain, both you and Larry. Surgeries, injuries, arthritis, old age, and playing "superman" in my younger days have left me relying on ibuprofin on most days, with heavier painkillers on those days that are not so good. But, I played softball until late in my 40's so I guess I really can't complain.
I've got a wedding rehearsal this evening. My Goddaughter is getting married Saturday. Her Dad, a very close friend, died a year ago, quite suddenly with cancer. She asked me to give her away. What else could I say, but yes? Isn't that what godfathers are for? I couldn't help but to get tears in my eyes when she asked. Just remembering the friendship I had with her Dad, made my eyes well up.
Probably be staying in the Hoosier state for a few extra days. Let the grandkids reacquaint themselves with their parents. Been with us almost all summer. Then back to the waters of Michigan. I'm still looking for my land legs. I've still got the sensation of the wave action from the boat.
Jay's girlfriend's parents asked if we would mind taking their autistic son back when we go. Seems all he's talked about for the past week was their vacation with us. He is only mildly medicated for the problem and is quite a 10-year old. Sure, why not? How can I turn down a kid that calls me Grandpa Bob? Now that would be beyond my most cynical, grumpy attitude. Besides, it gives me another fishin' buddy!!!!
Karl, did you send that discount coupon for the new tractor yet? I checked the mail this morning and it wasn't there. You better hurry. Snow flies early in the Northland. I could probably use a blade or snow blower attachment too. And a mower. And some gardening attachments. Disc, plow, harrow, cultivator......Add a wagon to the list if you will.
Rain slipped through the area last night, but we were in the "slot" and didn't get a drop. Looking at some of the farms around, they could use a nice "pickle shower".
Committed an error, I NEVER make mistakes, the other day. Bought a Bachmann Plus Pennsy F7B on eBay. I thought it was a head end unit. Gotta find me an "A" unit to go with it. Oh, well. Another reason to buy another train I guess.
Bob
---the sentenence structure is off today as well I see--
