Visit, etc.

Saturday, Grammy Beal came for a short visit, along with Tammy and Diana. It was great to see them. I wish we lived closer so that we could see each other more often. They all look good and things are going well in Utah. Grammpy had to work, so he didn't come, but it's always a pleasure when the Beals visit. I wish I had taken a photo.

Saturday evening, I took a risk and spoke in stake conference. Other than the "pit stop" I had to make during the congregational hymn, it went well. I added the talk ("Recovery") to the devotional list in the link on the right-hand column. I was also able to attend the Sunday Session without much of a problem. So, it seems I am well enough to resume my church assignments, with only a few exceptions. I still plan to stay home from work for the next three weeks, as the doctor recommended. Things are looking up and I continue to feel great.

BTW, the name of the stake was changed to the Woodland California Stake in keeping with church policy that the stake should be named after the city in which the stake center sits.

Update

Recovery has been slower than I would like, but I continue to make steady progress. I feel great. The weather here is wonderful; clear skies, 70 degrees, so I have finally been able to go outside and get some sunshine. Gotta love that global warming. I have also been working from home writing briefs and answering emails. Last night I conducted some interviews here at home. I am still not ready to "go places," but Cathy took me out to lunch for Valentine's Day. That was nice!

Getting Better!

Well, I had my surgery and things are looking up. The doctor thinks he got all the bad stuff out and the pathology test supports that conclusion. In a couple months, I will have a follow-up PSA test to confirm the pathology report.

I am feeling quite well and doing better every day. I have been off work for a week and will probably stay home for another 4-5 weeks. Full recuperation can take from 3 to 12 months. Mom is an excellent nurse, so I am in great hands. Here's a picture of some flowers I sent her as a "thank you."


I was also the recipient of a number of beautiful flower arrangements and many thoughful "Get Well" cards.



This has been a harrowing experience, but we have been very blessed. I have much to be thankful for, not the least of which is a loving family and many supportive friends.