It’s been a week now that I’ve giving the world the silent treatment.  I have to admit, it’s been frustrating, there’s no other word to describe everything.  Texting everything seems to be the way to go for me right now with our communication at home.  One thing that has me a bit concerned is, as yet, not perfectly clear.  We have received mixed recommendations as to whether practicing my horn is harmful or not.  I’ve not noticed my cords doing anything but letting air pass during my rehearsal but after about 3 days of playing, the pre-exam dull ache I had, came back so I’ve put off a few days of rehearsal.  ARRRRRGGGG!  This is important for I can rest my voice and still be able or should be able to present my programs in December with just a bit of effort.  Without rehearsing my horns, I will not be able to play to the quality I feel I owe the Lord.  Sure would appreciate your prayers for the healing.  Thanks.

Mom and Patty’s dad are doing well and we are so very thankful for that!  You have prayed for them on many occasions and we are so grateful.  The fact that Patty’s dad doesn’t have to face chemo for at least a couple of months if not longer gives us a special thankfulness during this season.

The report from Dallas is that Chris’ lungs seem to be clearing a bit more.  They are taking 2 xrays each day.  While we are so thankful and praise the Lord for this we are reminded how serious this is by the 5 personal medical team that is in the room monitoring him and the equipment functioning for him regularly.  He was given 5 units of blood yesterday.  Drs say this is common for the machine he is on.  Again, his mother, Joann is a first cousin (practically sister as they grew up together) of Patty.  Her husband is Jim.

Blessings,
John