October 9

Another day of pain and discomfort. The newest development is: the pain killers are being administered through an epidural. This means Judy's back is basically numbed much like your mouth when you are having dental work. Judy has been moved from the ICU to an observation ward. It goes without saying that she is a long way from being able to have visitors other than immediate family. Her eyes are only open for a few seconds at a time. Looking down the road to the time when Judy is moved to a ward, she has requested that friends and family who wish to visit should contact me first. No insult is intended in limiting access to Judy. Trying to recover and rest is difficult when visitors come unannounced and unexpected. Judy's brother, David, arrived today and his company is much appreciated at this time in our home. His gift to Judy is a little solar powered Queen Elizabeth statue that does the saucer wave whenever the sun shines. The gift brought a smile to Judy's face even through the painkiller fog. Thank you to everyone for the kindness and support you have demonstrated in so many ways to our family. We are truly blessed.