Waiting

We are now in the waiting mode for medication to arrive that Margie's allergist prescribed.  We are encouraged by the sound of the doctor's evaluation of the blood test done a while back. Margie slept well last night and that is always a plus when it happens.  This morning I teach the book of James at the Ferndale Senior Activity Center.  My brother Harold extended his business stay because of the extra things that have to be done before he can leave.  He met with all the "brass" of the company with whom he is dealing yesterday and the extension is a result of that.  Thanks for praying for Margie's situation.  We appreciate it. 

Reunion

It was a pleasure for us to have a reunion with my brother, Harold, yesterday.  In the evening we met with Rawlie's family at a restaurant and had a wonderful meal and time of fellowship.  It was great.  Harold is here on a special assignment for a refinery  electrical system.  He leaves Friday, returning to his home in Anchorage.  Margie had a good night for which we are always happy.  Her allergist received the final lab work and prescribed a special medication with the hopes it will improve her general health.  Thanks so much for your prayers,

Try again

The sleep specialist yesterday encouraged Margie to keep trying the C-PAP machine even though her experience with it has been negative to this point.  Last night she did not have a good night.  Today she goes for more physical therapy for her shoulder.  This is always positive.  My brother, arrived last night in Bellingham and we hope to get to see him today sometime.  The last time we saw him was in Anchorage several years ago. Thanks for your prayers, 

Sleep Clinic

Margie has an appointment with the sleep specialist this morning.  At this point in time, it appears she will not do well on the C-PAP machine.  She just cannot sleep with it running.  Only one time did she do well and that was the very first time.  We don't know why it worked then, but not now. Margie had a good night for which we are grateful.  I am working hard on my book material and a dear friend is editing the chapters.  He gave some very good suggestions so now I am working on those.  I have missed the Christmas promotions and also Easter.  I will ask for more time and get the material to them later.  Thanks so much for praying.

Surprised and pleased

There is no explanation of why, but last night she had one of her best nights.  This is a blessing.  She feels so much better after a good rest. If we knew the secret of what gives her a good sleep, we would employ it daily.  But we are thankful for at least this one real good one.  Our son and grandson went back home yesterday morning. I taught one of the adult Sunday School classes at church and had a good time doing that. As usual it appears we have another scheduled filled week.  I am sending off chapters of our Brazil book to a dear friend who edits them.  We have missed the Christmas market and even Easter because we were not ready. We hope we can finish it soon and get it to the publisher.  Thanks so much for praying

Preparation

Thankfully Margie had a pretty good night.  Yesterday we prepared a meal for Rawlie and our grandson.  We enjoyed our time together. They will go home this morning.  I spent some time yesterday also preparing more for the Sunday School class I will teach this morning.  Our regular teacher is away and another fellow and myself filled in for him.  I enjoy it as always. It is always good to be able to teach God's Word.   We plan Lord willing, on attending both services this morning at our church.  Thank you dear friends for your faithfulness in prayer. 

Christmas tree decoration

The last two years our granddaughter has decorated our tree.  It is too difficult for Margie and our granddaughter does a good job.  Our son and grandson stayed to work on a rental home here in Ferndale. We had a good attendance at the Bible class yesterday with all chairs occupied.  That is a good sign.  I am not real sure about Margie sleep last night.  She is still in bed as I write this so that makes me suspicious.  I do hope, however she was able to get some rest.  Thanks for praying.