The morning was a big improvement for Lynne, more alert, and moving much less gingerly.  She continued working her way through a…

As the first day went on, Lynne’s color and alertness improved.  She has many different wires, hoses and tubes attached to her,…

4:34 p.m.  One looong nap later, Lynne looks much improved.  Upon arriving in her room, she was rather pale, quite groggy, parched…

It’s Leland, guest blogging since Lynne is anesthetized at this point. This is the smallest hospital and a very small waiting room. …

I’m talking about the hills of Central Park in New York City.  I ran seven miles on the park roads in 59:41.…

Well, actually, it’s not funny at all. But I thought the title would catch your attention. With six days to go, I…

Okay, I’m having seriously mixed emotions about this whole “thing.”  I want to think it’s natural to be anxious, and not just…

I was talking to my cousin Jill today.  Yes, chatting on the phone.  Really hearing each other’s voices, laughter, and intonations! No…

Today’s post is in honor of my husband Leland on our 13th wedding anniversary.  And they said it wouldn’t last. Tomorrow I…

I remember a long time ago, someone saying to me, “When you”re thinking of buying a white car, you start to see…

Today was my last mammogram.  I”m not sure how to feel about this.  I have had at least one yearly mammogram since…

I know this might sound like a morbid title for this week’s post.  But I just went hiking with some friends and…