Gentlemen, thank you all very much! As I said, we're working through some last-minute preparations before our trip. The more we can plan ahead, the simpler the next few weeks become when the primary focus will be on caring for my Bride. The Lord has blessed me with the ability to plan and work out logistics, so that part comes easy for me. As simple as it may be to some of you (not to me), I will be the primary cook and bottle (and everything else) washer. I can handle washing and cleaning, but I'm not the best cook. I do OK for myself, but my relaxed standards allow me to eat anything I can reach.
We're even pre-planning some simple, nourishing meals that I can manage for both of us. As with anything else, I can learn with practice, and it will get better.
For the most part, we are at peace, knowing that God is in complete control. However, I confess to moments of (needless) worry. When I step back and look at the wonderful circle of friends, encouragers, prayer warriors, and medical professionals that He has placed in our path, I am humbled and grateful. I count you all, my friends, in this group. I'm thankful for my faith in God and in His grace and provision. Lacking that, we could not muster enough strength to stand right now. As it is, we're standing tall.
I'm also finishing up an important project that has been on the books for awhile. It was not pleasant, but necessary. It will feel good to finally put this one to bed.
I just made it back to my target weight after being a "bad boy" earlier this year when we were in Florida. One of the benefits of home isolation is eating better.
I'm so sorry, Patrick. Prayers for you and your dear family, my friend. Hang in there and lean on the Lord.
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