Don Wood Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 We have two kids in the Houston area (Jim and Frances) and the youngest (Randy) is in Dallas. Lucie had not been to Randy's home since her diagnosis 16 months ago, and she was anxious to go. We are planning a trip to Scotland in May, so she really needs to get out and build up her stamina. She has gone back to water aerobics -- went twice this past week -- so that has been good. She looks good, feels good. So, for Valentine's, we drove up to Dallas (about 4 hours) on Friday. The weather was drizzly in the Houston area, but just overcast in the Dallas area. So the drive was fine. Lucie got to see the new things our son has done for his house and we went out to dinner together. It was a nice evening. Saturday morning, we awoke to snow! It was sooo beautiful! We went out and walked in it for a while. It was so beautiful and peaceful. Lucie got the traditional roses and heart-shaped box of chocolates for Valentine's.=, but the trip was her greatest thrill. She did well. Saturday, we went shopping and then out to dinner again that night. Our son has a hot tub in his back yard so we actually went in the hot tub while it was snowing! Crazy, huh? It was a blast. And Sunday, when it was time to return to Houston, the sun was out, most of the snow was gone, and the roads were dry. So we had a nice drive home. It was truly a gift -- the visit, the snow, the peace. And she did so well, we are encouraged to move forward with plans for May. We have sent a new picture to Rick which hopefully can be used to update us. It shows us in the Dallas snow. How blessed can we be? Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Don It sounds like it was a true heavenly weekend and I hope you and Lucie have many more. Thanks for the tip on Zometa, I am going to ask about it at my next appointment. Now you get to look forward to Scotland. Bess B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Oh Don, you know that all those great things lining up with your trip was just a coincidence (Or is there something more to it that that? ) I think you & I both know the answer to that. great news, thanks for making us a part of your joyful experience... Joe Roman 8:28 "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam'swifeShirley Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Dear Don, I am so happy that you and Lucie had a wonderful week-end. Wishing Lucie continued strength and stamina. God bless us all, Sam'swifeShirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 So glad to hear that both of you had such a wonderful trip! That unexpected snowfall really must have been a very special treat! Glad you two lovebirds had a great Valentine's Day!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Don, I love the new photo of you and Lucie, and it does my heart good to know you two are still Valentines after all the years together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Hi Don and Lucie, Wow, what an AWESOME picture. Lucie, you don't look like a lady that has been through chemo/rad for anykind of cancer let alone lung cancer. YOU GO GIRL!! Hey Don? How would you like to jump in a hottub in Minnesota get your hair wet and have it FREEZE as your sitting in the hottub??? It's a HOOT! Can you believe that HOTTUBS OUTSIDE are a big thing in Minnesota????? So very happy to hear your trip was so wonderful. I wish you BOTH continued GOOD HEALTH! YOU LOOK MARVELOUS!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Karen C Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Don - I LOVE the new photo - you both look terrific! Wow, Lucie's doing water aerobics, that's great! What a wonderful weekend, and thanks for sharing it with us! Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Don, Sounds like it all came together to provide a very special week end for you and Lucie. I am so happy that you have been able to spend such a wonderful time with your family. Best wishes for many, many more special memories. God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Don and Lucie- You are indeed blessed and one of the best things is that you KNOW you are blessed and are enjoying these present, poignant moments. Hope all continues on an even keel...keep doing those exercises! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Wow - glad you had such a great Valentine's Day! And look at all the new pictures! Don and Lucy - you look great! And look at Tiny too! You're fab-u-lous! Hugs and prayers, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosanne Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 What a great time you and Lucie had!!!! Before you know it you'll be in Scottland having a good old time. Great pics Tiny and Don. Rosanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 What a wonderful Valentine's Day. Everything sounded perfect, the dinners out, the snow, the hot tub. I am so glad you had this special weekend and are looking forward to Scotland. The water aerobics sound like a wonderful idea for a low impact workout to build some stamina. Go Lucie! Nice new picture too! Blessings to you both, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Don and Lucie so happy that you had a great weekend-----may you have many, many more best wishes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 wonderful pic. Don. Lucie looks real good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY A Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Your story give me goose bumps. I bet seeing your son was also a great gift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 The story of your weekend and the new picture of you and Lucy made my day. When I think of love, I think of the two of you --how the strength of your togetherness has inspired so many of us here! Give Lucy a hug for me. I am so glad you two had the gift of this weekend and I am sure it was a gift for your children too. Thanks for sharing it with us! Elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted February 18, 2004 Share Posted February 18, 2004 What a great weekend... I am sure your son loved showing off his home and having his Mom and Dad there!! The new picture is great! You two look pretty darn good in that snow!! Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaMRG Posted February 18, 2004 Share Posted February 18, 2004 I was so happy to find this post today!!!!!! How wonderful to take a long trip and do all the nice things you did. Your new picture is wonderful, I talk about Lucie a lot with my father, with all she has been through. Tell that lady she's quite an inspiration!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea B. Posted February 19, 2004 Share Posted February 19, 2004 Sounds like an absolutely beautiful and peaceful trip! And what a special blessing for two wonderful people. I am so happy to hear Lucie is doing well and that you are moving forward with your plans to go to Scotland. Blessings to you both! I love the new picture!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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