For many years, the part that I enjoy about people is their varying personalities and gifts. God in His infinite wisdom, knew that it is not through people that are like us that best give us the most enjoyment. It is when we surround ourselves with different personalities that things run smoothly, as everyone has their needed role.

Through this incident that has left me to the mercy of someone else’s care, I have been humbled, blessed and encouraged by the differing personalities. Each person in their unique way have reached out with compassion and love. I am truly a lucky woman.

When you have been married as long as we have, it has not always been 40 + years of marital bliss. We’ve had good times and we’ve had some not so good times. Some of that through our own misunderstanding or miscommunication. There were many times when I really didn’t think Leonard “had my back”. Through this present circumstance, I have been so impressed with how he has stepped up and helped me with things that I really know that he’d rather not do. He has been awesome! Although, he reminds me frequently, that he is not going to let me get too dependent. Ha Yes, I am lucky.

If you know me, you know that I love smiley faces. When Tina came to visit, she had cards that her 4th graders from her class had made to make me feel better. Oh how that blessed my heart!

My brother, Nels, has shown so much care and brought us meals that were delicious! We have been so lucky!

Tina and this guy

came over and made meals for us for the week. She is such a better cook than me..too bad I couldn’t have her cook more often. I felt like it was gourmet! Mmmmm! We have been blessed beyond measure by the generosity of those around us. We Truly ARE Lucky!

Last but not least for today, I could not fail to mention my new friend. He has helped me up, aided me in the most humble and unmentionable tasks that need to be done. He has helped me get in and out of bed and just been all around trustworthy. What would I have done without him?

Please don’t let him know…but , even though he’s been by my side… I am planning on breaking up with him as soon as I can! Shhhhh!

Despite any ups and downs that we may face. We continue to be and will always remain the Lucky Ones!