These are random musings of my life journey, the people, animals, places, and events which have woven, and continue to weave, a tapestry that is me. We all know there is no real destination, only the ongoing experiences which blend together, creating the trail. Each step gives a glimpse of what is to come, without allowing me to see the end result. It is exciting. I have a home base that is mine, that gives me a place to rest. This is it. This is where my heart is, no matter where I journey...................

Monday, January 11, 2010

A good week

I'm waiting to hear from the doctor's office about scheduling surgery. For the first time in weeks, I'm not on edge or worried, just waiting. That is a very nice thing, for sure. I'm not looking forward to the surgery, but I'm not dreading it, and I will be glad to get this done and put it behind me.

Since Friday, when I got all the facts about my situation and made a decision about how to proceed, a big weight was lifted from my shoulders. I have slept like a rock every night since then! Wow, it is so good to be feeling in control again! The unknown was eating me up.

I have had much warmer weather over the weekend, and it has melted about half of the remaining snow. It was 50° yesterday. I think about a third of the ground is now visible. It is good to know it is soaking into the soil, replenishing the much needed moisture. I hope we get enough to keep the forest fires pushed away for the summer. Of course, now this means we will be dealling with a lot of mud for a while, a prospect I'm not crazy about. These pups will track in so much mud! I am going to be cleaning the tile in the next couple days, and I know it will be something that I'll have to repeat frequently. gah.

Other than that, this warm weather is so welcome! It has been a long cold streak, a long snowy streak, and I'm glad it is ended. mid to upper 40s for the next 10 days looks wonderful, even with a couple days that include some possible snow showers. It won't stick around with temps that high.

So this week is off to a good start. Not that exciting for a post, but I'm glad to see it. It's all good. :)

19 comments:

  1. Glad to hear you are about to be able to deal with your health issues. Good for you. I'm sure it is a real weight off your shoulders.

    We are warmer today too --- 32 degrees. I'm really ready to head to Nevada for sunshine and warmer weather.

    ~hippo hugs~

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  2. Great to hear you are in a good space. Sometimes we just have to take a little break to repair the body, much like cars, you'll soon be ready for another 100,000 miles. Go for it!

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  3. Hippo Chick, it is already lifting! As for the weather, I'm glad to see 49° on my thermometer now. My daughter is the one that will suffer when she come to stay and help me for a week. She lives in FL, and is cold at 70°!

    LInda, that's a good point! I WILL be ready for the next 100,000!!

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  4. Good to hear that everything is under control now. Just a matter of healing properly and not over-doing anything. You daughter will be used to the cool weather and might be warmer with you than in Fla.

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  5. LOL! Ruth, you may be right about the weather! I haven't checked today, but if the cold continues down there, she will feel right at home here!

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  6. I am glad your feeling better about things its a great thing when the world lifts off your shoulders.

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  7. good to hear that this is a better week for you. I'm sure it will get better after the surgery.

    Our weather was also warmer today, it was nice not having to wear layers of clothes. and I really enjoyed the sunshine.....just wish I could have been out in it more than I was.

    Kim

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  8. Bobbie, you said it! It is so much better!

    Kim, just having the ability to plans and move ahead makes so much difference. Gosh, I'm nearly able to fly now!

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  9. I hate the unknown too. I'm glad to hear you are well prepared with the information you have.

    You can send some warmer days our way.

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  10. Daisy, I've always been that way. I remember even as a child, not knowing made me antsy.

    I'll go out in the morning and begin blowing the warmth your way!

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  11. I am so glad that you are having a good week. I could tell just by your voice that you are feeling better.

    Your weather is the exact reason that S and I need to move there. I would be able to get my snowy days, but in the same week she would be able to have her warm spring like days.

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  12. Thanks, Caroline, I do feel better, more than I can even say.

    Well, you know how I feel about my home, of course. Even through this last long cold spell, it wasn't anything nearly as bad as what we had in KC. It's sooooo nice!

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  13. Yeah, it's good that you feel in control about your health. Good luck with the surgery.

    Send the 40's our way. We need to see more ground and less snow.

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  14. MJ, thanks! I think the warmth will past over KC on it's way to NJ for Daisy! Enjoy!

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  15. I'm so glad you feel in control regarding your health and surgery. I would love to have some of that warm weather. Although, I got a remote car starter for Christmas, so that helps a lot in the mornings! Good luck and God bless! --Cheryl

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  16. Ohhhhh, I envy your remote starter, Cheryl! I've wished many times to have one of those. And thanks. All is well. :)

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  17. You are in my thoughts and prayers, dear Lyn. I am also adding your doctors and nurses to my prayer list; God, I'm certain, will be your companion during the surgery and I pray that God will guide the medical staff.

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  18. Thank you, Nick. I appreciate the extra prayers. I've asked those things, and a back up is always a good thing! :)

    BTW, I'm doing the same for you on a regular basis.

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