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Posted by: Dan @ 9:09 pm
The best remedy to hospital time…
What a difference a couple weeks can make. Two weeks ago today Sandy was having surgery to remove a brain tumor. Today, in the company of several good friends, Sandy and I hiked up the 4th of July trail a couple miles. It is one of the beautiful mountain trails near our home. The sun was warming us and a cool breeze made the temperature just right. As we hiked slowly up and up through the beautiful forest and slopes of wildflowers, our spirits soared. Especially when contrasted with the recent past. There is nothing like a hike in a place such as this to rejuvenate the soul. And to see Sandy - hiking stick in hand for stability- walking slowly but steadily up this mountain trail, instilled me with a strong belief and hope - even more than any I have felt lately. She was so elated to be out on the trail again - savoring every moment of it - and to share it with such good friends was pure joy…
Our thanks to Heather for recruiting all the sherpas, and Pat, Mark, Kelly, Vickie, Brent, Tristan, Hannah, Tessa(Jawea), Clover, Odie, Jango and the Gnome for a great hike in the mountains.
And also thanks to our many friends who have visited us in the three days since we’ve been home. Seeing all of you has been very energizing and healing for Sandy and I. Remember, the Garden of Friendship is always open.
Good night,
Dan