So now that we are home, Dennis and Kona are truely convalescing together. Dennis has found the therapuetic value of Sitka black tailed deer steaks and coffee milk shakes. Kona has realized that she was born to be spoiled, including shank meat and rice meals and short, "old lady" walks. ( Kona our lovely chocolate lab has pancreatitis and a mass was found next to her pancreas Monday).
Thank goodness for our local grocery-I made a tylenol run this morning-and for the brave heart that didn't want viacodin (who could blame him?) the tylenol and an ice pack did the trick-his mood has improved, his left eye aches less, and he talked to his girls on the phone today. There is still swelling and pain, but the incision looks significantly better.
The garden on our deck and in the greenhouse is in full bloom, so I had some quality time with the plants, made salmonberry jam, and Dennis got on the campfire and personally and read all the messages on the thread and started writing on the 'fire. This was after cleaning 262 messages out of his business e mail account. That's a lot of face time on the computer for having brain surgery six days ago.
Tomorrow we begin the process of sorting through mail, bills, paperwork and planning. We have had so many offers of airline miles, passes, fundraisers, and help-how can we ever thank everyone? You have lifted our spirits by your words on cards and letters and by your deeds. Keep all that positive energy coming, we'll need it over the coming weeks. Here's to our famly, our colleagues, and friends from all over the world, thank you so much. Best, Dennis and Faith, Kona, Max and Minnie
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It is obvious from your comments, Faith, that you and Dennis have made the right investments in this world: no amount of savings, stocks, bonds, or real estate, can match the richness and value of friendships. Investments in family, relationships, and friendships always generate positive returns - we all need to be mindful of our family, friends, and relationships; that we nurture and tend to them the most when we are not in need - that they may enrich our lives when we are.
God Bless you both - you are in our deepest prayers.
My good thoughts and well wishes go out to both of you! May you find strength and good cheer in unexpected spots! Laurie Lamm
My family is still praying for you Dennis at night when the girls say their bedtime prayers. My oldest, Kylie, is sitting right here and says "Hi, Mr. Neil!! We hope you get all better soon!"
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