A Memorable Thanksgiving to all...

Dear all,
Well, this is becoming repetitive...I was in the ER last Sunday for severe vertigo. Apparently, I had a virus in my inner ear effecting the smallest bone in my body which is located in the labrinth of the inner ear. This little bone controlls balance and apparently keeps you upright and from vomiting your guts out every time you open your eyes! It was like being on a roller coaster and not being able to get off. I may never eat blueberry yogurt and carrot juice again. I had been having a great day...yes, that's right; after 14 years on nights I have gone to days. It has been great...except for the episode of DavidBowie itus.(Kimberly's nick name for my condition.) I had to take a week off to recover, because I could not drive or anything! I was supposed to take the basic life support review course the next day, so had to make special arrangements. I took my newborn resusitation review course today, and took Pediatric resusitation in July; thus my brain is so full that anyone should be able to collapse in front of me, and I'll be able to come to the rescue...unless I'm having Labrinthitus causing Vertigo!
So, I now get up at 430 am to leave the house by 530 and get to work by 630. It actually takes 15-30 minutes less to commute than before. I am getting plenty of daylight so the vitamin D levels should come up nicely as well. Everyone on days has been very welcoming, and for that I am so grateful. I have already lost some weight and I think I feel better. I finally replaced our stove which had been invaded by a fruit rat while I was in Arizona with Mom.The rat took all the insulation out of the oven. It took a year to be able to get the stove, but now we can all cook again. We were microwaving, toaster ovening, and pancake grilling before but it's not the same. I'm looking forward to Thanksgiving. The first thing I cooked last night was Poorman's Speghetti...which Kimberly wants again tomorrow for her birthday. She has taken this family favorite to work, on occasion, for partys; and the pregnant coworkers always crave it after that. She told me that 2 coworkers are pregnant. and will be wanting the receipe if we make that for the Christmas party. It is so nice to spread my Mom's "love" around in this way.
I miss Mom so much, and cannot believe how empty I feel when I want to share a laugh or a worry with her. I miss hearing her calm advice and reassurance. I can still imagine her "Well, dear, you know..." I am so glad I had some special time with her when I could hug and kiss her as much as I wanted. She kept asking why dying was taking so long?...I think...so I could get in a few more embraces and sweet kisses to live on... untill we meet again. Mom was always busy doing something before she got sick, so it was hard to get those in, but in the end she was right there...waiting and available for all the love I could give...So thankful this Thanksgiving to have that bond with her, and for all my extended family and friends. Most of all, of course, for my own dears; Kimberly, Brandon and Christine. God bless you all. Love Kim

Making History in my Corner

Dear All,
Voted for Obama this week after standing in line for 5hrs. Actually, I stood for 3 hours and then sat for 2. I had attended church and even though it was sunday, it was the only day I could vote. First, I was in the sun under my green umbrella, and then when the sun went down I was under a tent where I sat and got cold. I never get cold, but I did. When they finally called my #, I could barely walk to the booth. There I filled in the bubbles. The whole time in line the No on 8 supporters were screaming at us. I might add that they were telling lies as well. It was very hostile and I'm glad I had attended church, so that I could stay in my "happy place". Still, it was emotionally exhausting!Standing for what's morally right is hard, being labeled a bigot and hateful is heartbreaking, and then praying for those that don't understand to be given understanding feels impotent. I never thought I would see the swat teams protecting the temple in my lifetime. I know that in the latter days good people will be mocked and ridiculed. I also know which side wins the battle. Standing for something morally correct is hard now; I can only imagine how difficult it will be for my grandchildren. May the angels of heaven protect us. Love Kim