I have been asked why I don't blog everyday. Thank you for all the people who faithfully look and follow our lives. I don't blog everyday as there is not much to say!!
We had a good weekend and the weather was brilliant. Sun and warmth. On Saturday I took Di for a drive to one of the small lakes near us, Wixom Lake. We drove around and looked at the houses on the lake shore. Very nice and neat. I would love to live on the water, oh well!! We passed some farmers who were harvesting their sugar beets. I am interested in all the large farming equipment. Yes, me who was the New York boy now enjoys the country and farms. Diana enjoyed the drive. Because her right side sight is extremely limited I have to give her warning when to look on the right so that she can turn her head and focus.
A friend told me about an article in the paper about a Church that uses dogs as evangelism tool. I had said that dogs is a good way to meet people. In New York one goes to the dog park and many relationships have started there thru the dogs!!! So why cant it work in a Church setting!! [follow this link for the AP story http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_rel_religion_today ]
Anyhow yesterday went to Church and again a walk in the afternoon. Di has been in good spirits. Today and tomorrow are quiet days with just the usual radiation and chemo. I had better get moving as Monday is housework day!! I crack the whip and Di has the dining table to polish. After that she will be tired. You all have a good day. Ian & Di
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Hi Diana, this is Brenna's mom Andrea from Long Hill. I recently mailed you a card, but it came back that they couldn't find you. Evidently Long Hill Chapel doesn't have your correct address. Anyway, I will always remember your kindness to my daughter during the Pioneer Girls Gal/Pal program. I have thought of you many times over the years. I was very upset to hear the news of your health, but she and I have been praying for you. Please know that you will continue to be in our prayers, and that your kindness will never be forgotten. I will keep checking this blog to see how you are doing.
ReplyDeleteRe Ian's point about the dog park, I too enjoy taking my dog to the dog park. It is like therapy. And there are certain people that I enjoy talking with and look forward to seeing there.
hi guys glad to hear you had such a great weekend. water!!!!!!!!!!! oh how i miss the bay!!!!!!!!!!! no water anywhere near us up here. But, i dunno where rose and duncan have been, but the bird bug is very strong up here and i've identified and photographed many beautiful and unusual ones. yes, also not too much news, but praying for you and counting the days til all this is over for you both. soon to be halfway, YAY!!!!!!!!! ok, i've gotta clean house too, so all for now, with all our love and prayers, barbs xx
ReplyDeleteHi Ian & Di
ReplyDeleteIt is good to hear good news and spending time together is precious. Thanks for the updates and all the smiling pictures. Our dog is approved to visit nursing homes. They all want to see him. He is so funny looking you can't help but smile.
Love Mark and Mary
Hi Ian and Di,
ReplyDeleteThis is a great way to keep your friends and family up to date with all your news ~ sad and happy. I was talking to Alan and Mary just the other day and they were telling me of your very sad health news. I am sure that your faith and your friends within the Church will be of great comfort to you during these very difficult times. I would imagine Ian that you find it hard to have a smiling and positive face 24/7 but you must both remember that life is not a rehearsal and so enjoy the journey ~ this is what memories are made from. It's lovely to see the photos that are posted alongside your blog ~ Di's poor head looks so sore in one of them.
Dogs are great comforters ~ I always used to tell the kids when they were small that if they were sad they should talk to one of the dogs ~ I liken them to living teddy bears and it is well known that they calm the sole (and heart). I could never live without my dogs ~ even on a really bad and dark day, they are there, understanding you and they ask for very little in return.
I shall make sure I check your blog on a regular basis and I am sending you both our love and a special bear hug for Di.
As always, with love and friendship,
Your cousin Jill in the UK xxx