August 26, 2004

3 Things

In order: 1. Visiting Policy Since so many have inquired about visits to the home--Dad would be thrilled to see people on short visits. Please just call first to check that he's feeling up for it. 2. Please Vote! No, not in November--we know you ALL are going to do that, right? Vote in the very first Bright Wings poll. The question posed is: Should we post a picture of Dad's scar? Anybody want to see it? Use the comments section to speak your voice. Please note, though, that one time in Woodland Hills Dad held a poll to decide whether or not he should cut his beard off. The congregation, loud and clear, said that he should keep it, and in the end he cut it off anyway. However, if nobody wants to see the scar, we'll keep the picture to ourselves. We promise. Really. No need to peek through your eyes when reading the blog if you're squeamish. 3. More Pictures And some fun ones, too: The colorful pin board in Dad's room--note the accurate release date--and the picture was taken by him as well. Making his rounds at the hospital this morning. The conversation was something like this: Doc 1: "The patient in 7314 seems very disturbed. I'm worried about how the drugs are affecting him--his sense of humor seems very distorted." Doc 2: "But the family says he's acting totally normal." Doc 3 (Incredulous): "Surely you must be joking. Even the puns?" At home, reading the blog on his own, on his own computer, in his own chair. Hurray! Posted by Martin at August 26, 2004 05:22 PM

I vote yes but only if I can post this wonder ful epitaph I just read. It appears on the headstone of Joy Davidman Gresham Lewis, wife of C.S.

Here the whole world
(stars, water, air,
And field, and forest, as they were
Reflected in a single mind)
Like cast off clothes was left behind
In ashes, yet with hopes that she,
Re-born from holy poverty,
In lenten lands, hereafter may
Resume them on her Easter Day.

Posted by: Jennifer at August 26, 2004 05:54 PM

I'M ALWAYS UP FOR A NEW SCIENCE EXPERIENCE. SEEING A SCAR PROBABLY QUALIFIES..sO GREAT TO HAVE YOU HOME. REST AND RECOVER IS THE ORDER OF THE DAY. ALSO, YOU CAN BE THINKING UP GOOD BOOKS FOR US TO TALK ABOUT THIS WINTER. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. LOVE, BARB AND STORMY.

Posted by: BARB at August 26, 2004 08:30 PM

Wait! Before you make your final feline decision, I have a cat (Frau Meow) who needs a good home. My new roommate is allergic and my neighbors are no longer eating cats. I'll send her up if you are interested. If Anita and Kobi Bryant had a child who also happened to be a cat, Frau Meow would be a dead ringer. She likes thighs. She has a lovely metzo-soprano meow and can also quite easily serve as a backup alarm clock, as she "sings" on the hour every hour. I like to think of her as my little grandfather clock. All that REM business is a bunch of nonsense anyway. Let me know if you DON'T want her. Otherwise, I'll put her on the train tomorrow. It might be kind of hard to reach me. I'm heading off in a few minutes to a five-day silent meditation retreat (you know, no phones, no contact with the outside world, that sort of thing). I just need to run a few errands first.

Let's see, drug store, post office and train station. She should arrive about seven thirty. My advice, give her a little space for the first month or so. If you have an upstairs, she prefers that. If she is climbing too many drapes, you might want to cut back on the catnip. Thanks so much. This means a lot to me! Robin

Posted by: Robin Russell at August 26, 2004 10:07 PM

Welcome back to Bellingham, Donel and Marilyn!

I'm so happy for your continued recovery, Donel!

I must say you have some pretty entertaining blog friends--I don't think you are going to be able to quit maintaining this wonderful "thing" you have inspired! It's been such fun, so hopeful, so moving, so loving, and full of grace.

Looking forward to seeing both of your faces,

Marilyn G

Posted by: Marilyn Gorsuch at August 26, 2004 10:24 PM

Scars or no scars, as Barry Bonds was recently quoted as saying about the ups and downs of a record season of intentional walks, "it's all good."

Both of you, Donal and Marilyn, have gone through an ordeal, and, I know you still have a ways to go, I look forward to learning about the blessing,the knowing or the power that is being conferred by this ordeal.

I've got to come up to Bellingham to deliver some maps on Monday. I think Jonnie is coming along. We'll call to see if you're up for a short visit.

We're grateful to have been able to blog along with you so closely. And so grateful that you did not get blogged down.

Love, Roger and Jonnie

Posted by: Roger Ridgway at August 26, 2004 10:28 PM

Welcome home to you both. It's a delight to have you back with us. I knew you were in town, because, after days of rain, the sun finally came out. It must feel strange and wonderful to go back to familiar routines. Revel in normalcy.

Love,
Nancy

Posted by: Nancy Kennell at August 26, 2004 10:55 PM

As I recall, one of my most favorite childhood books (Tom Sawyer) opened with the story of how Tom was able to convince the neighborhood boys to do all sorts of things with the promise that if these things were accomplished he would then show them his "mortified toe". I urge you to consider the ace in the hole you now possess.....once posted the mystery will be gone. I'm certainly not opposed to viewing the scar however, as a true friend, I hate to see you lose this opportunity for prolonging your entertainment. Love you!!! Glad you are home.

Posted by: Janet at August 27, 2004 07:53 AM

#1. Would that I could.

#2. Well Prez Johnson showed his to the press and the world kept spinning. Me, I'm not that curious.

#3. Twas merely a matter of time. And by the by - do you think the drugs made your puns better or worse and is better worse or worse better??

Love and good cheer from Joe & Peggy

Posted by: Peggy Schuh at August 27, 2004 09:55 AM

Yes - I'm always up for scars. If Donel is comfortable with the world seeing his scar, then I think you should post it.

Welcome home, Donel! You look very cozy in your chair!

Karen

Posted by: Karen Kennell at August 27, 2004 10:50 AM

Donel - Welcome home!
Sharon

Posted by: Sharon at August 27, 2004 12:04 PM

"Pain heals. Chicks dig scars. Glory... lasts forever!" - Shane Falco(Keanu Reeves)in 'The Replacements'

I say bring it on!

Don, it's so good to hear that you're home and healing. Godspeed on your recovery.

Love,
Eric

Posted by: Eric Schuh at August 27, 2004 01:54 PM

Looks like you are doing a great job recovering! You get 10 gold stars!!!
Keep up the good work!
And, yes, in the interest of scientific inquiry, scars are good for "show and tell"!

Marion Brown

Posted by: Marion Brown at August 27, 2004 02:01 PM

Welcome home!! I must say you looked rather dashing in your hospital robe - not many can pull that off :)

I vote to bring on the scar pictures!!

Hugs,

Gen

Posted by: Genevieve Guinn at August 27, 2004 02:32 PM

I knew this would be coming. Mike was so anxious to show off his scar too! Only I hope you remember to put your shorts on before you open your robe to show the "boss" your scar!

Keep walking!
Mike & Linda Rawls

Posted by: Linda Rawls at August 27, 2004 05:07 PM

Greetings,

Scar, no scar, whatever suits you. Perhaps a technical description might suffice. In any case, don't shave off the beard!

Happy day,
Nancy

Posted by: Nancy Kennell at August 27, 2004 05:48 PM
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