Getting Ready

My approach to this pending surgery on my head is to trust that the operation will be straightforward and totally successful, and also to leave a few things noted and organized.

For example:

• The flowers in pots around the yard need deep watering at least once a week.
• So does the indoor hibiscus.
• The wax for the kitchen butcher block counter is mostly mineral oil, with a little paraffin melted in.
• The reason I have so many unopened pairs of stockings is that I foolishly signed on with one of those companies that automatically sends you several pairs every few months
• There are some delicious chocolates (thanks, Sarah!) that I’ve hoarded away. Hint: some people think behind the plates is a fine hiding place.

Oh, and incidentally - because I am the one who keeps track of these things:

• My Really Important Papers are in the top drawer, front, of my little file cabinet.
• The cost basis of a house in California is recalculated when one spouse dies, in a way that is of significant tax advantage to the survivor when s/he sells.
• My church pension pays the same amount to Kevin, if he survives me, as it pays to me now.

What else? Just to say that I love the life Kevin and I have made, and I expect to continue living it. I am deeply thankful for my life companions - my friends and siblings. I cherish my children as distinct, gifted individuals and amusing companions, as well as creative and wise resources for the challenges of life. I have the most adorable, interesting, and fun grandchildren anyone could have. And, I thank God for giving me meaningful work that I love.

Okay, I’m done. Time to go outside and enjoy the beauty of this new day! Oh, and water the pots around the yard instead of writing about them.