This Past Week in Five Lines

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I have a busy few days ahead of me so I'm opting for a very quick post today.  This is a small glimpse into our past week since arriving back home.


 This past week has felt very lazy - I've had very little energy to even unpack the suitcases.

It's been so nice to reconnect with friends and family.

It seems like my mother has aged 10 years since we left in January - she now looks every bit of 90 - and her energy is fading fast.

I got some encouraging test results (I think) - results that calmed my nerves somewhat - lets hope the doctor feels the same way when I see her in a couple of weeks.

We are trying to find a free weekend to visit our son and Daughter-in-Law in Virginia - we are retired now, it shouldn't be this difficult.

 

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  1. Danwil ReyesApril 9, 2026 at 7:43 AM

    I like to travel also, and I appreciate you sharing your travel experiences.

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  2. KandasApril 9, 2026 at 9:35 AM

    Rest is so important. Sounds like you should stay now. Of course I had to sing that line.

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  3. TamaraApril 9, 2026 at 9:41 AM

    I'm sorry to hear your mom's health is declining. Here's to hoping the test results will prove right.

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