Hi Everyone,

So much has happened since I last posted. Last time I talked to Zach said the Army was starting to put into motion his medical discharge…finally. It’ll take a while because the Army never does anything fast but I heard what I wanted to hear the most and that Was Zach saying he’d more than likely be coming home to Minnesota. It’s very hard to ham him that sick and so far away. It’s a mom thing, I want to be able to help him if/when he needs it, get some good food in his belly and pass along a well needed hug when the opportunity is there. Now I’m waiting to hear of the final decision regarding the treatment with Rituxin. It does make me feel good that he likes and trusts his Dr. There is a lot to be said for that. Don’t you hate Dr’s that ask if you have any questions while holding the door open with their foot for a quick escape? Grrrrr…..

Went to the zoo with Mike yesterday. I love spur of the moment outings like that. My ex never did anything like that much less understood the concept of spending time together. Finally got to see the Grizzly Coast, visited Discovery Bay and saw my first 3D movie at the Imax heater. It was an underwater movie and was it awesome!!! We got to wear the goofy glasses and was sure I could reach out and grab some of the creatures. I have to admit I didn’t like the sea snakes in my face! Ish!!!!

A couple weekends ago we went down to Wabasha to see the Eagle Migration. Such beautiful creatures! We got to see them up close and personal and saw them sitting in trees on the other side of the river. We ate at Slippery’s, the bar featured in both Grumpy Old Men movies and had a phenomenal lunch. They make a side dish called Slippery’s potatoes that are out of this world. Cut up red potatoes, fried in olive oil with onions, garlic, and oregano, wow were those tasty! We went over the bridge to the Wisconsin side of the bridge for yuks. An older couple got out of their Caravan type vehicle with an old golden retriever that was unleashed. The dog headed straight for the river and I jokingly commented how I thought the dog was looking to get in the water. The man replied that he was sure “Winston” would love to but they weren’t going to let him as they yelled at the dog to come back to where they were standing. The man kept yelling “no Winston no” as the dog very happily jumped into the water and had a swim. Mike and I laughed as we watched them put a soaking wet dog into their vehicle. Nothing like the smell of wet dog for the ride home!

Tomorrow is Monday and back to work. (Fat cat Ralph is bugging me to get pet while I’m trying to type). I hate hoe weekends fly by in the blink of an eye and weekdays drag on forever. Apparently the powers that be want to build an office in the shipping room for Steve. I don’t begrudge him an office but I can’t imagine that this endeavor will be any less than a HUGE pain in the butt and a massive inconvenience for who knows how long.

Well, folks, that’s about it for now. Oh wait, I sent in an application to see if I’m eligible for a mortgage. I’m not expecting to get one but it’s worth a shot!

Take care all!