Phone Calls

Funny how one little phone call can change your world, or your day, or your mood. I received one such phone call this morning, and while it only changed my mood there are others of whom it will have changed their world. A neighbour of mine from when I was a child has passed away and I have been asked to sing at her funeral. My Dad's favourite song no less. The song makes me emotional and after after 11 years, I still have not been able to sing it as a solo in church. The song is How Great Thou Art. I have very fond memories of this neighbour, and while she lived a long life here on earth, her last few years were spent in a nursing home in much pain from arthritis. Nonetheless she always maintained a positive attitude and spirit. Just because I have pain doesn't mean I have to be one. That is a good mantra to have. Peace to you.

Addictions

I am addicted to coffee. Or at least the caffeine in the coffee. And I'm not trying to be cute or clever, I'm griping to you, dear readership, because I have a pounding headache. Because I missed my 4:00pm coffee and had it at 7:00pm instead. And tomorrow morning I will awake with a headache, too.

Addictions suck.

My Kid is a Nerd

At least he looks like a nerd. Today is the day of the week where the boys have to wear a tie to school. His tail, or whatever you call it...I'm not really sure...but the skinny part that sits underneath the actual tie, is about 6 inches longer than the part you're supposed to see. Plus it's pulled so tightly around his neck that his collar is all gathered. He makes me proud.

Is There An Echo In Here?

So this afternoon I have to go have an echocardiogram. To see if I have a heart. Heh. No, not really. Really about the echo, but I am pretty sure I do have a heart. Anyway, the reason for the echo is because my family has switched dentists to one that is closer to our home. And because some random doctor years ago said to me, "Oh, by the way, did you know you have a heart murmer?" my new dentist will not take my word for it that said heart murmer is no biggy. My doctor concurs with my diagnosis, but since "no biggy" is not to be found in my medical charts...either volume...an echo is in order. I hadn't even thought anything about it until my girlfriend said to me yesterday, "I hope you get a woman tech." insert nervous laugh So now I'm realizing where exactly my heart is located and I'm guessing it isn't just probes they will be sticking on my chest?