Improving the Walk

A swollen toe took us to a foot doc who was so laid back we almost went to sleep in his office. . .waiting for him to read the X-rays he had
ordered and forgotten!  After another long wait while he joked around with his office staff and wanting another office visit,  we decided to look further for advice on a swollen toe!  Another foot doc miles away approached the toe with caution and insight.  A true professional, he took more x-rays on the spot, explained thoroughly the problem and how
he would recommend the fix!  It was clear to both of us to proceed with foot surgery.  This meant a small cut in the second gout toe and slightly larger cut across the big toe to remove her bunion which was also a problem.

We are now 3 days with hourly care spelled out on a full page of instructions! I'm going to apply for a license in nursing to supplement our income!  So far we are doing quite well although, I'm behind on every 2 hour ice packs,  hourly ankle pump exercises,  every 4 hour pain meds,  rushing bathroom trips, keeping her out of our 4 recliner chairs,  propping up her foot above her heart for circulation. . .I'm working on a pulley from the ceiling with a rope around her ankle to make it easier although it makes it a little uncomfortable for Esther!  If you have any better ideas,  text me!

We are laughing, running, crawling, cleaning and a few more details I won't mention.  But very thankful we're both still here.  God is Great!  (click on photo to enlarge)

Shoot Out

We went to Jana's over the week-end had a shoot out and took in a Jazz concert! Paul transported Derrick, Lori and I up the mountain to their favorite private shooting range. Actually it is available on a first come basis.  Paul has all the equipment,  a shooting stand, a table to reload,  cases of ammunition and a nice pick up to transport the whole show! Lori and I were the novices.  It was years ago that I shot a gun but wanted to try it again to test my accuracy and know how in case I wanted to try shooting again.  We started our trip in heavy clouds and 30 minutes later drove above the clouds into a beautiful sunshine day.

We tried a bolt action 22 cal. rifle,  then a automatic 22,  then a 22 revolver before Paul allowed us the fun of an AK 47! This automatic rifle packs a wallop! Both Lori and I decided not to try the 12 gauge semi automatic~! But we both managed to hit the targets and even hit small targets that exploded! What fun! It was a grand experience even with all the mud, the set up and take down.  We're both ready to try again.

We also got to view Brady's first car. . .a Chrysler New Yorker with only 80,000 miles!
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