While packing to move I came across a large padded envelope in my nightstand I didn't recognize at first. When opened and dumped on the bed, there were dozens of get well cards from members from across the country wishing me well. Some of you might remember that difficult time in July & August when it was thought I'd beat Rita to the Pearly Gates....almost did, coded 3 times in the ambulance and more in the OR. Those cards meant a lot to me then and the memories they brought back were heart warming all over again. I took the time to read through every one again, some names no longer appear on the board but that was seven years ago so folks move on. After much effort on my part in the gym I was pretty much back to normal within a year, an event that proved vital in the years to follow while caring for my Rita.
In the future whenever a member is taken down for any reason, please take the time to send a card or a text....something! You never know the impact it will have, in my case it was seven years later and still gave an exceedingly warm feeling of gratitude. Just wanted to pass it on so as we age we can remember to respond when a fellow member succumbs to the passing of time.
