Saturday, we got together with Heidi and Larry and went down to Old Town for lunch. We had Mexican food at Guadalajara's and it was delicious again!! Next we went down to the wharf and walked around the "Star of India" and just enjoyed the sea air and people watching. After all the good sea air, we were ready for dessert and went to Extraordinary Desserts for a wonderful ending to our day.

Coda, Heidi and Larry's chocolate lab had to go to the hospital for emergency surgery on Sunday. Her stomach had flipped and she had an intestinal blockage. She came home from the hospital Tuesday night and I nursed her all day Wednesday. I am happy to report she is doing fantastic. She's fantastic and it is amazing how fast our wonderful dogs can recover from major surgery as compared to ourselves.

Tuesday night Katie' brought Judy and I some amazing chocolate truffles that she made. And when I say that they were delicious, that is an understatement!! She is very considerate and we appreciate her thinking of us. Judy is going to try to find out how to make them. Yummy.... Thanks, Katie'!

Where's the RAIN and Flu Shots

Well, as usual, the weather people are wrong--no rain--at least for Spring Valley. But the day was not a loss, Judy, Michael, and I went and got our flu shots. They were not giving out the H1N1 shots so don't know if and when they'll be given out. Heard on the news today that a five year old girl died of the swine flu today. I think I'll get the shot for my family, if it is made available.

Rain????

Weather forecasters are saying we are going to get some rain tonight and tomorrow. I hope they are right, we certainly need the water.

Fun Weekend

It feels strange to be writing again. It's been awhile. With everyone not feeling up to par, I just didn't have much to write about. But, everyone is well again and I'm so thankful for that.

Judy had another three day weekend and it was so nice having so much time together. We went out Friday and just fooled around. Went to Sonic and had our usual dollar menu lunch, which is perfect. Saturday, Heidi called and wanted to go on a girl's shopping trip. What fun we had. Heidi got some beautiful clothes and also treated Judy and I. Next, she planned lunch at a French Bistro and the food was wonderful. We also went to Big Lots to start buying the supplies for our Christmas bags we make up at Christmas to give to the Homeless. It's so gratifying but does take a lot of time, money and effort. We have friends that donate and help assemble and distribute. We look forward to doing this every year that we are able to. Any-
way, after all the shopping and lunch, we returned to Heidi and Larry's and to my surprise!!!my son, Larry, wants to take me for my postponed birthday celebration for dinner and banana splits!!! What a day!!! What a family!!! I am blessed...

Sunday, since I am still prone to anxiety and panic attacks around a lot of people, we did not attend Church. It was Stake Conference and I knew there would be a lot of people. Maybe someday it won't bother me to be in those circumstances. Judy made banana bread, oatmeal cookies and we had a late dinner of bar-be-cued chicken and fried potatoes (which were so good because we never have them anymore)! Watched a little television and went to bed.

Thursday

Judy, Taylor, Ashley and I are suppose to go to the temple tonight. Yet, Taylor and I are still fighting head colds. I'm up to it and I think Taylor will be, too.

Termites, bathroom sink plugged up, kitchen faucet replaced and now kitchen sink plugged up--what next????? Just waiting for the plumber to call. We are going to be on first name basis. If anyone needs a good plumber, strictly for unplugging drains, I know the BEST! Just let me know and I'll tell you.

Talked to Auntie last night and they are leaving on the 2nd of November for sure. They should be here by the 5th or 6th. We're so excited, we just can't hide it!!!

Judy's cough is finally going away. She has had a heck of a time with it. Michael went back to school today. So I'm really thankful that they are feeling better.