Recife, Brazil
101st operating temple
Dedicated: 15 Dec 2000
By: Gordon B. Hinckley
Book of Mormon
Alma 7:14-27
D&C
53:1-54:10
Come Follow Me
D&C 52:9-11, 22-27 I can invite others to come unto Christ wherever I go.
April General Conference
'Receive His Gift'
Elder Patrick Kearon
James and I left for the valley at 7:30 this morning. On the way we stopped in Payson for gas and at the Beall's Outlet for some Skinny Syrup, Mermaid flavor (coconut and pineapple). It's fun traveling with an outdoorsman like James. Between Heber and he pointed out all of the dead pine trees because of the lack of moisture in the trees and the attack of bark beetles. "Look at that huge Gamble oak tree. That eagle's nest has a black head sticking out of it. Their heads don't turn white until they are 4 or 5 years old. There is a Harris hawk.
My infusion is not until 1:00 but James wanted to go by Bama Barbershop to see if all of the work that the Registrar of Contractors ask Lambson Construction to do was done. He contacted Armando and Armando said that he needed about 10 minutes to finish up. He had to straighten a crooked plug cover and remove some paint off of one of the door's hinges. At 11 o'clock in the morning the barbershop was closed. Armando said he talked to Darryl and Darryl said someone would be there this afternoon. No time given.
James and I had lunch at Cafe Rio. We decided it is too expensive to go on a regular day and from now on we need to go on Taco Tuesday when we can get tacos for $2.49. I will be changing my infusion appointments starting in July to Tuesday.
From Cafe Rio we went to Chandler Eyecare to pick up James's two new pair of glasses. We hit the jackpot. Not only did we see Sheri, Addy, and Nancy but Ruby was having her eyes checked so we go to see her and Trina and give them both a hug. The only people we missed were Ben & Cayli. They went to a convert last night so the took the day off. We also saw Dr. Vanover and Hillary Jiminez and Cayli's cousin, Sariah.
James dropped me off at AARA a little early and went back to see if the barbershop was open. Amanda took me right back although I was about 30 minutes early. Ang was there and so was Frances. Frances is going on vacation next Monday. She and her husband are taking their family to Orlando, Universal Studios. Frances is very excited!
I finished my infusion before James got back so I started walking across the street to Costco. He joined me before I got to the entrance. We bought shakes, pomegranate and acai juice, and a white blouse for me. After we were finished shopping we headed for Tempe to see James's mom. We called and told Dawn we were coming and she said they would be happy to see us.
It was a little chaotic when we arrived at Mom's. The hospice nurse had just left. Dave, Laura, Cathi, Terry, and Gail were there. Mom seemed tired. We said hello and then I just sat and talked with Laura a bit. Oh yes, Cathi's Yorkshire terrier, Wally, was also there. Cathi assured us that Mom liked Wally. Cathi and Terry had spent the night, I guess they are taking turns with Dave and Laura.
Dave wanted to talk to Cathi and Terry about something financial and he finally said, "we can do this later." Dave and Laura were leaving and said they would be back this evening. As they were leaving mom asked David to get her a half a cup of Pepsi. I said I could do it, and I did. Cathi, Terry, and Wally left soon after Dave & Laura. Things certainly quieted down after this mass migration.
I sat by Mom, held her hand for a minute, and then just sat by her as she dozed off to sleep. We visited with Gail and Dawn a few minutes and then we hugged Mom goodbye and were on our way. Later, on the family thread, we received this text from Laura:
"Here's an update on Mom from my perspective. She had a day filled with visitors and a hospice visit. While she powered through all of that, the result is she got overstimulated. She is now sleeping after getting both Lorazepam and morphine. She was uncomfortable and felt like she was having a hard time breathing and her oxygen level dropped. David and I came back earlier than planned to assess the situation. I feel the day overwhelmed her and her body responded in kind. So, if you plan to come see Mom, please ask if she's got anything else going on that day and use your judgment as to whether another time might be better. You know Dawn will not tell anyone "no" (you know I'm right, Dawn). Not trying to keep anyone from seeing her, just trying to keep her from getting so worn out, she is still actively recovering from pneumonia. I know we all want her to feel better as quickly as she ca, so I give you my perspective from that point of view! Love you all!!!
When I first read this I felt it was pointed at us and Gail and I was offended. We came from out of town and our time with Mom is limited. After thinking about it for awhile I realized that Laura is coming from a place of love and care for Mom. She, Dave, Cathi and Laura had shared caring for her because they are concerned about Dawn's ability to do so. Now I am over those original feelings and I hope everyone understands that we did not stay a long time and while we were there we allowed Mom to sleep rather than trying to talk with her when she was so tired.
We left Tempe and headed for Stacy's house where we are staying. James needed a nap and so did I. After our nap we headed for the closest Texas Roadhouse on Gilbert Rd. just north of Germann. We have a gift card that Darrel & Trina gave us for Christmas.
James had ribs and I had a steak. Even though I am trying to stay low-carb I had to have one of their rolls with honey butter. It was worth it. My steak was very tasty and I love their green beans!
When we were finished eating James wanted to go back over to Bama Barbershop which is located on Alma School and Ray. I asked if he could drop me off at Kim's for a visit, which he did. He came back reporting that no one was there, yet again. Armando had been by a couple of times too with no luck. We visited with Kim for awhile until Brian came home and we said hello to him. Before we left Kim gave us two different lemon bars to try. We are to report back which one we liked best. I told her I wouldn't be eating mine until tomorrow. James is pretty stressed because he couldn't get in to the barbershop. His compliance inspection is in the morning at 9:00.
Armando has been sick with upper respiratory problems and he went to the hospital to see if he had pneumonia. They didn't admit him so he must be okay.
Before going back to Stacy's we went to Walmart to pick up a few items. By the time we got back to Stacy's she was home from work. She works from about 3-7 delivering packages for Amazon.
James went for a walk while I got a political lesson from Stacy and Paul. She introduced me to Charlie Kirk and Laura Trump. She said it was because of these two people and other hardworking people in the Trump campaign that he got elected. Charlie Kirk is winning over the kids on college campuses with his straight shooting politics. He is pretty amazing. He says that 60% of voters under 30 support Trump.
I talked with Joshua awhile earlier before he went to work at George & Gather. He says he makes about $300 a night bussing tables.
quotes on index cards, just like I used to do.
him this outfit.
to try it out.
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