Memory Lane

 There is a sister that I work with at the temple on Tuesday mornings.  We knew each other when I lived in the old 8th ward - my other life time.  Susan Kormylo brought a picture that she found of camp.  It must have been about 45 or 50 years ago.  So much fun to look at.

Annie is on the front right and I am in the middle with the "required" long hair.  Annie will understand that comment.  So much fun to see this old picture which brings back so many fun memories of being the camp director so many times.  

Surgery

Neal has been having serious pain in his back and down his right side for the past 4 months.  He has tried everything from therapy, steroid shots to acupuncture to try and relieve the pain but nothing has worked.  He has been avoiding surgery, but I kind of knew it was inevitable.  But Neal had to figure that out for himself.  We finally went to a neurosurgeon who said that he had arthritis in his back between his L3 and L4.  I think that is right.  His lower back.  So he finally gave in and went in for surgery Tuesday the 3rd of February.  He was thrilled when he was able to get up and walk around with no pain in his leg and back.  He has a back brace that he will wear for the next few weeks to help the healing take place.  Glad it is done and overwith.

 

A Thank You

I found out that I'm leading the choir for Ward Conference.  Our choir leader is out of town and so she asked me if I would step in.  I have to laugh because a choir leader I am not but I'm always happy to help and serve where I can.  Besides, I think the ward choir members kind of enjoy a change and I do things very different.  Let's just say I'm not conventional!!  Anyway, I made some phone calls and have some people participating as a favor to me.  We ended up with about 25 people at our last practice.  I told Annie I would like to do something kind of special to thank all of them for helping me out.  So Annie got busy and made me 30 thank you notes.  OMGOSH!  Cutest things ever and I know my choir people will love them.

Is that not the best thing ever!  Thanks Annie for taking the time in your busy schedule of working, taking care of your own family and your ward calling and making numerous trips to Wyoming getting your dad's home ready to sell.  You are amazing!