Dear Readers,
Yesterday, I received a call from Debbie, my sister, and of course it had been sent the day before; but due to modern technical difficulties, I didn't receive it until 1 minute before she called again, about the anniversary of our mother's death. Maybe God knew that it would be easier to talk about it the day after. I called my Dad this morning, and chatted awhile. It was so good to hear his voice, and I can't wait to see him. My Dad is a really cool guy. He loves taking early morning walks, even though he is almost 82. He has the legs of a much younger man! He loves all nature. And if you want to talk about "Mavericks" he really is one. He has been an environmentalist even before it was popular. He and a friend, Bob, worked hard to get the saftey regulations passed in his state about pools, because he didn't want to hear about one more child drowning due to lack of fencing. He predicted this "Depression" years ago, and I thank God, because I am less shocked than others now that it is a reality. He is satisfied with the simple things in life, and that is a good legacy to give us all. He is a quiet man; although now that Mom is gone, he talks alot more. That is wonderful; because it means he is sharing himself with us, and we really want to know him!
Yesterday, I also discovered that my paycheck was short! Apparently, I've been forgetting to punch in or out, and so they thought I was working 6 hr shifts! depending on when I took my lunch. Since there is only 1 therapist in NICU at a time, this is not hard to check, but it is my responsibility. Funny, that no one tried to charge me with patient abandonment! That is the other reason I need to correct this. People get fired, and have their licenses yanked for that. In trying to compare paychecks, I was unable to find many that had the correct hours on them. Now, I have to go back and try and get the money owed myself from Payroll. My only excuse is to point out that I have been exhausted for many years due to the Vitamin D deficit. I like to think people have what's called "integrity". Now, that I am fully awake, I must be properly compensated. I am feeling years younger! I am moving again! I am back to having so much energy, and just in time to save my life, and my money!
I am getting excited about the family memorial and reunion. I am glad I'll be feeling well enough to enjoy everyone. I plan to take lots of pictures. Autumn is my absolute favorite season of all! For me, the holidays have always started in October, my birthday month, with the changing of the leaves. What a spectacular display God puts on for all of us! It really reflects his love for everyone! Sometimes, as adults, we might not notice these "gifts". I think that is why we are instructed to be as little children. They appreciate the spectacle and wonder around them. They are so forgiving of our shortcomings as "grownups". They love us anyways!
The "kids" are going to add some installments here on the blog, as soon as they get a moment of free time. Stay tuned for that!