Thanksgiving in a Nursing Home is a new experience for me. I am not allowed to go out, so here I stayed. People came to visit me!
First, the newlyweds, Andrea and Tyler came. They are so happy and eager about the future, in which Tyler will be getting his MBA. Later, Ruth and Naomi came, while the guys were watching the game and before dinner. Sandy cooked her first turkey and everyone said it was delicious. At 5:00 p.m., nine family members and two friends came here to Sherman West Court. The wonderful people here had set up the Conference Room with a TV and prepared the table for desert. Wonderful pies were eaten—looked yummy—but that’s all I can do—look! Maybe someday I’ll be able to eat again and taste food again. It would be nice, but not essential.
We did our traditional thing—everyone saying what he/she was thankful for. How precious to hear them as they all thanked the Lord for His blessings, especially in regard to my health. We then watched Ratatouille, a funny cartoon. I was a party pooper and had to go to bed before it was done. They had to finish watching it at Mark’s house. Anyway, it was so good to be with them. I can only imagine how much planning and sacrifice went into getting this to happen.
I’m getting stronger every day. Sleeping better at night, walking better, working very hard on Speech Therapy, especially my almost locked in jaw. God has been good—He’s here, right in this very room, and I am thankful.
Alice
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Dear Alice, It is inspiring to see that despite the difficulties and setbacks you have had recently, you are still able to have a thankful heart.
We are so glad to read of the progress and continue to pray for more! We love you and your family.
You are all in our thoughts and our prayers.
It is blustery and wintery here today. We have a few inches of snow on the ground. This morning the temperature was 0*. Brr. The woodstove is working away, keeping us warm.
Dear Alice,
How are you doing? I am sorry I haven't gotten over to see you this week but I will try next week. I have finally found Yui's address. It is yui-mj@indigo.plala.or.jp.
I hope you can get in touch with her.
May God continue to heal your body.
Judy
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