Happy thoughts!

This week was our "go to the doctor" week. Nothing bad, just refilling Rx's, checking blood work, etc. Both for Mom and for me. She is doing very well physically. The doc gave her a B12 shot and suggested we start taking a B12 supplement daily. So we will...

We also requested a wheelchair for her use. The doc had to write a Rx for one so Medicare and Medicaid would pay for it. We will be getting one within the next week. The need for a chair is for any outing that will need more walking than from the house to the car and from the car to a place to sit down. We try to get her to come to Wal-Mart for shopping, but she has no lasting strength. When we can find a store wheelchair, she enjoys being pushed around the store to see things. But...the store chairs are in demand. So, we asked the doc if she qualified for a wheelchair that will help get her out to socialize, etc. It seems she does. I can think of several places around B.R. that we could get her out to enjoy that requires walking...so with the chair she really will be able to enjoy her outings. She is still able to walk around the house. This chair will not be used indoors. Too many things to bump into, ha ha.

Mom received several phone calls the past few days and I want to share with those who called the smile on her face when she was told the call was for her, and who it was. She enjoyed hearing from you all and her smile lasted through the call and into the retelling of the call, ha.ha. As you found out, the calls don't have to be long, and most of the time all you have to do is listen.

She also received a few notes of "hello". She got mail! Was she surprised!! Thank you for putting a smile on her face. Each one was read several times and shared with us and put in a folder for her to keep.

This week we had visits from the saints. Two sisters came by Tuesday morning for fellowship and prayer. Mom sat in with us around the table and was able to participate in the prayer time. Also, a sweet couple came by this afternoon. They were sharing their enjoyment from the Memorial Day Conference. Mom was able to follow along and enter into pray with us all. It was good.

We are making plans to visit Alexandria this coming week. I am not sure about the day we will leave on, but by next week, all the bills will be paid, or set up to pay, and I will be free to enjoy doing something different. Mom is looking forward to seeing her "home" again, but I think she understands it's just for a visit. We will spend the week visiting the saints there and entering into their enjoyment of Christ. She is looking forward to seeing the kids.