Hey Friends... Since Thursday morning, it feels like we’ve been hanging on to the tailgate of a whirlwind.
On Thursday, I headed out early to Dallas with Sam riding shotgun. The plan was simple—go to his doctor’s appointment and stay the night, because anyone who knows Dallas knows that after 4:00, traffic turns into something you pray your way through. But wouldn’t you know it, everything wrapped up earlier than expected—around 2:15.
And just like that, a new plan was born.
Thursday evening was senior night for Mylee at the softball field, and there was no way we wanted to miss that. So we took a chance, said a little prayer over the highway, and headed home. We rolled into the parking lot at 5:30… with the presentation starting at 5:45.
Y’all… we made it. And it was worth every mile.
Friday morning came early again. I headed out to take care of a few things for Sam’s upcoming surgery. That evening, we went to the funeral home for visitation for our dear friend. And then we were up early this morning for the funeral. Sam was a pallbearer and this service was pretty hard for him. His friend Roy had the same liver disease that Sam has.
What a beautiful service it was.
The service was held outside at a venue, in front of a big lake. COMPLETE PEACE filled the air all around us.
The perfect place to hold a service for a man who loved the outdoors.
I took this picture after the service and after the flowers had been taken to the cemetery..
It’s been a lot.
We finally made it home around 2:40 this afternoon, and let me tell you—there’s something sacred about propping your feet up after days like this. The service was beautiful, held at a venue near a gorgeous lake… peaceful, meaningful, and just what the heart needed.
Now… about Sam’s eye.
His surgery is scheduled for Thursday at 11:00, and we’ll be staying the night since he has to see the doctor again early Friday morning. But before we get there, we’ve got one more trip to Dallas Monday to get additional measurements taken. It’s a good two-hour drive, and we’re hoping traffic shows us a little mercy this time.
The plans are to go in to the back of his eye and remove the lens that is stuck in the top of his eye. The doctor will then repair the lip that holds the lens in place and insert a new lens. Sounds painful, but he will no longer be feeling like he has a sticker bur in his left eye.
I’m tired… and if you’ve made it this far, I imagine you might be a little tired too just reading it all.
Life has been full in every sense of the word—joy, sorrow, rushing, remembering, and showing up where it matters most.
Hoping to catch up with all of you soon, and I'm hoping to get back to my normal blogging without it being full of health issues. My apologies for this. You all have been so gracious to keep reading my blog post and for this I am thankful..
Do what you love doing this weekend. Whether it's watching "The Masters" .... planting flowers ..... relaxing .... Or Whatever....just enjoy all that life has to offer..
Love,
Shug..💛
Oh wow, what a whirlwind that was. Glad you were able to make it back in time for Mylees's senior night. That looks like a beautiful place to hold a funeral.
ReplyDeletePrayers for Sam's eye surgery. Traffic is no fun at all. Of course here in the boonies we have no traffic. Watching the Frozen Four Hockey today:)
ReplyDeleteThat was quite the weekend. I'm so glad you made it back for Mylee. I know she will treasure that memory, knowing what it took for you to be there. I'm also thankful the funeral service went well and Sam was able to do his part in it.
ReplyDeletePraying all goes well with the eye surgery.
I'm amazed that in all this whirlwind of activity that you even found a moment or two to share what's going on with Sam, you and your family, Shug. So happy that you could make it to Mylee's senior night and that the memorial service for your dear friend went as well as it possibly could. Know that Sam and you are both in my prayers daily, and especially for his upcoming lens issue. God is so good, isn't He? Blessings!
ReplyDeleteThat sure was a lot of things to do over a period of a few days. I admire Sam being able to keep that 'thing' on his eye hurting him. I can't stand a speck in my eye. I wish him good luck on Thursday. Prayers.
ReplyDeleteHappy you made it to Mylee's game.
I've never seen a funeral near a lake - it looks very serene.
You have nothing to apologize for. I look forward to the health updates. What a whirlwind you have had! I know when I had my cataract surgeries, they put numbing drops in your eye and you are awake during the surgery but feel nothing. I hope this will be the case with Sam.
ReplyDeleteYou are going through a marathon! DOn't forget to take care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteI do hospice/friendly visiting. A lot of my male clients are managing prostate cancer at end stages. My husband has metastasized prostate cancer. It does give one pause. All the best.
That is great that Sam's appointment was over quickly and you made it back for Mylee! How wonderful! So sorry about Sam's friend, it must have been so hard for him. Sending love and hugs.
ReplyDeleteI hope all goes well with Sam's surgery and the traffic is good for you. Thinking of you both.
Oh Shug, I'm truly sorry that you've had all these appts. lately. That must be so hard on Sam and you. And then, Sam had to attend his friend's funeral, which had to be difficult. Last night, I whispered a prayer for both of you. The service looks so nice overlooking the lake. I hope everything goes well with Sam's eye surgery Thursday. And you got a little relief and fun going to Mylee's game. You probably noticed on the family pic that the sun streak was shining right on you. Yes, I notice things. I thought about how you always try to smile through the joy, sorrow, rushing, and remembering, as you said. The light is in you, Shug, and I sincerely believe that.
ReplyDeleteWhat a busy time you've had, some enjoyable, some not so much so. I hope you can gather your strength for the week ahead and that all goes as it should.
ReplyDeleteShug, you're an inspiration! I don't know how you have the energy to do all that you do, but you just keep showing up for your family and that inspires me. I'll be praying for safe travels this week and that all goes well with Sam. I hope he can get some relief soon.
ReplyDeletePrayers and love always. ❤️💕❤️💕
ReplyDeleteI just want you to know I think of you and Sam a lot. ❤️💕❤️💕
DeleteWhat a hodgepodge of emotions y'all experienced! I'm so glad there was cause for joy among the hard parts. Prayers continuing for your brave Sam!
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