So, it's been a crazy, almost 7 years (yes, YEARS!) since my last post. Why, you might ask? Well, a lot happened right after that, and things took a huge, unexpected turn. I found someone special to share my life and love. We were together only a short time when he experienced the first life threatening illness. A staph infection in the bone, an 8 week coma, ICU, and rehab consumed six months.
Just as the man was on the mend, it was my turn to fall apart. I had to have open heart surgery to correct a congenitally defective valve that was failing. Together we have also been through cancer, the death of my grandson, the end of my company, and a back surgery that allowed spinal fluid to seep out, bringing on another near-death experience. Migraine headaches followed daily for 18 months.
Interspersed with the tragic have been a number of fun trips, rebuilding a 70's house, and generally creating memories together. We are currently moving toward retirement, hoping to be financially independent and living a quiet life doing interesting things and making art.
Though I have never been a frequent blogger, perhaps it is time to give some serious effort to the task. There is a lot more to be said . . .
