HE IS HERE!

Our grandson is here! He made his appearance in the wee hours of this morning after a very long labor. He is so precious and is already bringing great joy to everyone. What a wonderful gift grandchildren are.

WOW!

This is my artichoke plant.

It is absolutely overwhelming and

it takes up a major portion of this garden.

As I went to admire it today,

I noticed something in the middle.

It is our very first artichoke.

I am amazed at it's beauty...




and am wondering how we are all going to share
just one artichoke.

Tomorrow is the Big Day

Grand baby number 5 will be

arriving tomorrow!

We couldn't be more excited!

Buds and Blossoms

I was in awe this morning as I took a stroll around my backyard and saw our Apricot and Peach trees in full bloom.

Please Join Us

This is what I have been working on the for the past few months. When I was told that I had cancer and would have to have surgery, this is one of the many responsibilities that weighed heavily on my mind. I have worked so hard towards this musical program of the Savior Jesus Christ that I did not want to miss it.

I went to the doctor yesterday because she insisted on clearing me before I conduct tonight's rehearsal and the performance. I didn't have the heart to tell her that I would do it anyway, because she has been absolutely wonderful to me. She has given me the go ahead under strict orders to take it easy. Today is day 9 since having major surgery and although I have yet to feel myself, I am confident that the Lord will bless me to be able to follow through. Tonight rehearsal is bound to be interesting.

I am so grateful for those that took over for me while I was in the hospital, and those willing to jump right in should I not be able to follow through. THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

Please come and join us

this Sunday as we testify

of the Savior of the World

through song.

Pathology Report

The power of prayer is miraculous. I planned for the worst but instead I was given such tremendous news. I received the Pathology Report yesterday. They were able to remove all of the cancer during the operation! I feel so blessed.

Thank you to everyone who has called, e-mailed, sent cards and brought over meals. My heart is full of thanksgiving for your kindness and compassion.

I especially want to thank

my family who has been

there for me every step of the way.

They are truly AMAZING!

Now if I could just sit for more than an hour without being in horrible pain, things would be much better.

She is Home

This is Mar-Kay. Sabrina is now home from the hospital. She won't be very happy about having her pictures posted, but I did it for Brigitta. She was so concerned about Sabrina being lonely. I wanted her to see that her mommy took her snuggle buddy with her and used it. The nurses all thought it was sweet. Of course she was never lonely because I was with her the whole time.

The operation was a success. The CANCER was all contained within the uterus and so they removed her uterus, cervix and fallopian tubes. The final pathology report will be ready in two weeks, but all looks well. She is weak and very sore, but doing well. We hope to be able to keep her down so that she can recover quickly. That will be the hard part.

We are so grateful for the prayers and all of the help offered on Sabrina's behalf. Thank you!