June 17, 2007

Sunday, June 17, 2007

I just got back from my brothers, Rick and Don. I took my wool clothes over to put in my father’s cedar wardrobe at Don’s house. It was empty so I figured I’d store them there for when I put my house on the market the closets would look more spacious.

Don and I picked up some chicken, corn and ice cream at the Acme. Actually, don picked it up and I waited in the car with Danny Boy. I couldn’t leave him in a hot car so I stayed and kept the air conditioner on.

I then drove to Rick and Sylvia’s. Danny jumped up on the sofa and took turns sitting on Don’s lap and Rick’s. He liked having more people to pet him. We had our dinner and Sylvia and I walked down to Joanne’s house. Joanne is my nephew Rick’s mother-in-law. Danny likes her too. At Easter, we went to my nephews and he jumped right up into her lap.

We then walked over to the playground where my nephew, Bob’s family was. Ashley was playing on the slide and she came running to Danny. He wasn’t barking at Ashley or Dana so he is getting friendlier to people. He is starting to know who is a friend and who is not. He barked at some strangers who came into the playground. Ashley liked Danny’s curly fur and his face. Dana liked his ears.

Dr. Donchez preached at church today. He is a retired Presbyterian minister. He fills in for Pastor Bennett occasionally. Pastor Bennett was visiting his son for Father’s Day.

Before I left for Don’s, I was walking Danny and we stopped at a neighbor’s. Rita was sitting on her porch and asked us to come up and sit. It was the first time Danny met Rita and he did not bark at her either. He wanted to jump in her lap but I picked him up in mine. Rita is in her late 80’s or early 90’s and I didn’t want him jumping on her.

Danny loves to walk and he knows the word “Walk.” He runs toward the door when I say it. He had a long day and is ready for bed. Me too.

News from the Vorlon Wife.


Posted by The Vorlon at June 17, 2007 10:03 PM
Comments

Hi Karol,

I got your card yesterday and wanted to say thanks for thinking of me! My family came out this past weekend for the commencement and it was a nice ceremony--my advisor placed my hood and then they gave me my diploma, which felt nice :) Anyway, it was a short visit so we didn't do too much, just enjoyed the great weather mostly. My brother will be staying out here, however, since he's taken a summer job before starting school next fall. I'm excited about this because it's nice to have family around!

I also want to let you know that I've appreciated hearing your daily updates. You have been so strong--it is an inspiration to see.

Love, Kate

Posted by: Kate Armstrong at June 18, 2007 1:24 AM

Thanks Kate,

I'm glad to know you are reading my blog. It's nice to have som many friends and family looking out for me.

Love Karol

Posted by: Karol at June 18, 2007 7:05 AM

Hi Karol,

After reading your Sunday's blog, I am so thoroughly convinced you need to be closer to your family.

You and Danny spent time with so many of your relatives and you were out walking in the park and enjoying people who care very much for you. It sounded absolutely wonderful to know that your day was good. Now, I'm so thoroughly convinced that the sooner you can sell and move to PA, the better you will be at this point in your life. We all need to be surrounded with loved ones.

Again, I'm so glad your day was good, and being with those who love you will help you through your week. Yea!!!

It was really very warm here yesterday as I think many parts of the country are having also. And, we need rain badly too. Lots of yards are turning brown quickly. They've predicted rain, but none yet. Guess I'll have to try and do a rain dance.

Have a good week Karol. Ruth

Posted by: Ruth at June 18, 2007 7:47 AM