What a beautiful fall-like day in Rochester, Minnesota! We're here for a series of checkups for Larry.
On Monday we drove to Abbott Northwest in Minneapolis for Larry's follow-up checkup with the surgeon. I was so happy that his incision had just closed up 3 days before his appointment. That is a great milestone so we don't have to tip-toe around worrying about infection. His energy level is low and his fatigue level is high. That makes two of us...and I didn't even have surgery - ha! Larry's in good spirits as usual, he just gets frustrated with low energy. The surgeon is pleased at Larry's recovery...but they keep reminding him of one word, "patience". It's still a full time job making sure and reminding him he can only lift 10 pounds this month.
On Monday we drove to Abbott Northwest in Minneapolis for Larry's follow-up checkup with the surgeon. I was so happy that his incision had just closed up 3 days before his appointment. That is a great milestone so we don't have to tip-toe around worrying about infection. His energy level is low and his fatigue level is high. That makes two of us...and I didn't even have surgery - ha! Larry's in good spirits as usual, he just gets frustrated with low energy. The surgeon is pleased at Larry's recovery...but they keep reminding him of one word, "patience". It's still a full time job making sure and reminding him he can only lift 10 pounds this month.
Greetings from home. First of all, Larry and I want to thank you for all your prayers and get well cards. You truly have encouraged us, knowing you care! It was great getting back to our own home in Sisseton, SD after nearly a month in the Minneapolis area. Our daughter LaDawn was so gracious and insisted we stay with her so we would be near Larry's doctors just in case we ran into another speedbump.
Last night I lay in bed, totally exhausted but thanking and praising God for another day of answered prayers and victories. Even though this has been a little setback again, a little speed bump, we trust God for steady improvement and healing. We count on your prayers, and we believe His Word when He says, "I am the Lord that healeth thee." (Exodus 15:26)
We are on Day 13 since Larry's surgery. We thank God these thirteen days are behind us. We have walked miles of emotions, concerns, tensions, smiles, questions and at times, near tears.
Greetings from Apple Valley, MN. First of all, I want to thank all of you for all of your phone calls, texts, Facebook posts and most of all, your prayers for Larry. It has been such a support and blessing to us.
Monday, we left the hotel that was near the hospital and have moved over to our daughter, LaDawn's, home where we will stay for the next 8-10 days as the Dr. suggested we stay somewhat close until Larry gets his stitches out. Just the ride across town was, in itself, an adventure as so many roads are under construction....the vibration shook him around quite a bit causing pain to flare. I think the hardest part of this recovery will be to keep Larry patient and not doing what he's been used to doing for 68 years---at least until we are down the road a few months.
Monday, we left the hotel that was near the hospital and have moved over to our daughter, LaDawn's, home where we will stay for the next 8-10 days as the Dr. suggested we stay somewhat close until Larry gets his stitches out. Just the ride across town was, in itself, an adventure as so many roads are under construction....the vibration shook him around quite a bit causing pain to flare. I think the hardest part of this recovery will be to keep Larry patient and not doing what he's been used to doing for 68 years---at least until we are down the road a few months.
Happy July to you!
I cannot believe July just arrived and it is already the 6th of the month. We hope you enjoyed the long weekend of celebrations, fireworks, family get-togethers and endless eating...yes! Yummy!
We were home in Sisseton and felt privileged to spend a few hours with some of Larry's family. On the evening of the 4th, we were able to spend time with several of my brothers and families as well. Needless to say, we ate a lot; we told a lot of stories (which many of my siblings added extra stories to them); we shared much laughter. It was so special for my mom to look around and have 8 out of her 11 children surrounding her. We ended the fun-filled evening joining hands and praying for and with each other. That's what families do...what they are all about.
I cannot believe July just arrived and it is already the 6th of the month. We hope you enjoyed the long weekend of celebrations, fireworks, family get-togethers and endless eating...yes! Yummy!
We were home in Sisseton and felt privileged to spend a few hours with some of Larry's family. On the evening of the 4th, we were able to spend time with several of my brothers and families as well. Needless to say, we ate a lot; we told a lot of stories (which many of my siblings added extra stories to them); we shared much laughter. It was so special for my mom to look around and have 8 out of her 11 children surrounding her. We ended the fun-filled evening joining hands and praying for and with each other. That's what families do...what they are all about.
Have you ever been driving down the street oblivious to what might be coming down the road and before you knew it, you hit a speed bump that jars you? You realize that you have been forced to slow down or you are going to tear your car up. Well...I guess that is the best introduction I can give to what I am about to say.
Larry and I have been sailing down the road of ministry and God has been so gracious to allow us the privilege of representing Him in services, rallies and events sharing the simple Gospel message. In the last few months, hundreds have responded to the altar calls. It has been thrilling!
In the middle of all of this, I noticed Larry begin to physically walk slower and then he began to complain of weakness in his legs as well as struggling with balance to the point of tripping easily. He was experiencing extreme muscle spasms followed by muscle loss. It was apparent his motor skills were definitely being affected.
Larry and I have been sailing down the road of ministry and God has been so gracious to allow us the privilege of representing Him in services, rallies and events sharing the simple Gospel message. In the last few months, hundreds have responded to the altar calls. It has been thrilling!
In the middle of all of this, I noticed Larry begin to physically walk slower and then he began to complain of weakness in his legs as well as struggling with balance to the point of tripping easily. He was experiencing extreme muscle spasms followed by muscle loss. It was apparent his motor skills were definitely being affected.
Greetings from Minneapolis! We just drove in from a wonderful and exciting Father's Day service and weekend in Glenwood, MN. Of course, Minnesota is known as the land of 10,000 lakes....it truly is beautiful! With the unusually cooler weather and abundance of rain---the grass is plush and green.
With the onset of summer, the holiday and vacations, we were not sure how the attendance would be, but we were pleased to see so many of our partners and friends who drove in from the surrounding areas.
With the onset of summer, the holiday and vacations, we were not sure how the attendance would be, but we were pleased to see so many of our partners and friends who drove in from the surrounding areas.
Greetings from Minneapolis. A quick note to post a few graduation photos from our grandson, Dante's, high school graduation last Saturday, June 4th that I promised to family and friends.
It was a picture perfect evening as we gathered along with thousands of others at the Rosemount Minnesota outdoor stadium. Larry and I crowded in next to LaDawn and her daughter, Myanna, and sat spellbound as we watched the graduates march across the field for the ceremony.
It was a picture perfect evening as we gathered along with thousands of others at the Rosemount Minnesota outdoor stadium. Larry and I crowded in next to LaDawn and her daughter, Myanna, and sat spellbound as we watched the graduates march across the field for the ceremony.
The past two weeks have been a collage of events, services, graduations, open houses, family, friends, ministry, Memorial Day, etc.
Two weeks ago, we ministered in Detroit Lakes, MN at the Assembly of God church. As always, we rejoice at the decisions for Christ that were made.
Two weeks ago, we ministered in Detroit Lakes, MN at the Assembly of God church. As always, we rejoice at the decisions for Christ that were made.