I Saw A Sign

I saw a 12 x 12 foot heart in bright pink lights in a shop window as I drove home from the hospital the day of my husband's surgery. I had to pull over and snap a photo. I felt like this window sign was a shouting to that everything would work out. It showed me there was hope and happiness, promise and patience, appeal and arms around me for now at least.

Roses are red Violets are blue Surgeries aren't sweet But his heart is like new. Is how I felt driving home every night after leaving Allan at the hospital. Daily updates made it fun to share our experience with others. They really loved the humor, as much as I loved telling it. I felt their prayers, which helped buoy not only Allan up, but me also. The hospital awarded him a squishy red heart pillow to squeeze while coughing to protect the incision. I have seen other patients in the ICU with their pillows, knowing how much they help.

It is easy to see the tender mercies of the Lord if we just look for them. They are signs we cannot and should not ignore. The same as the first signs of trouble.

Surgery and Six Weeks of Sore

Allan, my hubby had a heart attack. Yup, yesterday. It was very minor and there is little damage. He now needs and is waiting for quadruple heart bypass surgery. This healthy man is now confined to the ICU until the surgeon and his body is ready for it.

Up until now he has been medication free. Not anymore. He's been able to do just about anything he wants. Not anymore. Eat everything he feels like. Not anymore. How did this happen? His parents lived into their nineties. He should too, or so he thought. It may happen, but a lifestyle change has to take place.

Veggies and whole grains will become his best friend. May the time pass quickly and the best bypass surgery win!!

Rings and Things

My Mom was such a romantic, that every year, or at least several in a row, she gave us cool Valentine gifts. One year we got birthstone rings. I wore it all during my teenage years, until it was replaced with a promise ring from by future hubby.

I found it in my jewelry box, polished it up and put it back on my finger after forty years of being ignored. It still fits! I'm not one that likes a lot of jewelry. It gets in the way or is uncomfortable. The ring still fits so perfectly, that I cant even feel it on my finger. That's the best kind of jewelry.

. Stop and calculate how many days you and your sweetheart have been together. Tell them with a kiss. "Today- I have loved my husband for 16,211 days." Wow, that is a very long time. Okay, I have to admit there were a few I wondered about. Have a fun Friday the 13th, a great weekend and a delightful Valentine's Day.

Created Custom Cards for Your Cutie Pie

I got busy and made a bunch of Valentine cards for the guys and gals at work to buy and give to their loved ones. It has become a tradition and they expect it. Who can resist them after getting this snappy email?

Does your honey have to give you a shove, To show her/him how much you love? Just give them a chocolate called ‘Dove’ Or a beautiful card sent from a--? Y O U!

Very Old Valentine

My mother was great at giving really wonderful Valentine gifts. One year she gave my sister and me some necklaces. My square pendant contained a deep purple orchid in a black setting. The striking color and beautiful detail made it easy to wear with pride. Often I would study the etched clear plexi-glass admiring, the flower's beauty.

My sister received a red rose in a diamond shape clear plastic, with a velvety looking back, also. I don't know if she loved hers as much as I did mine, but to this day, fifty years later, although scratched and inexpensive, I still love the treasure. I continue to think it is the most beautiful, piece of jewelry I own.