Out of the Hospital!

That heading should let you know where I've been for the past while. I had some health problems (a kidney infection, etc.) which are much better now, and thank you for your comments and well wishes. They worked! So now I have one priority, which I've never had, unless I was pregnant: my health. I just feel motivated this time. I think it's because of the drs. and nurses down here in Pocatello. They really try to do a good job, and they're focused on that; they don't have other things taking the front position in their minds. I think that's because of the university/learning environment. In the face of so much earnestness, I can't help but join in the figuring out of my health and finding how to manage it. Reliv has made such a tremendous difference for me. I'm sure it's saved my life and provided me with this chance to recover enough to think about things and come to some conclusions. With Dr. Gillette's help (he's a resident here), I've been able to sort out more of this tangled knot that is my autonomic nervous system. Maybe when I get a handle on it, and thus on my insulin, etc., my health will actually improve! Phillip has called a couple of times recently. He seems to be doing well. He's been promoted to Private First Class. He got to see the SuperBowl. He is a driver on their missions. For six days at a time, they drive really slowly, looking for explosive devices. They've found one so far and exploded it. Other platoons have hit some, with injuries. He says books would be a good gift, if we send him something. He'd probably really enjoy pictures or videos even more. I can tell he misses the grandkids. I've got a bad stomachache still. Maybe it's from some medicine I'm on. Or maybe my insides have just stopped working. :/ Wish me luck, 'cause I need to get ahead of things if I'm going to survive! Hogs and Kisses to All You Misses (and Misters) PS Bonnie, if you're reading this, I just found your newsletter! I hadn't rec'd. it prior to this. Thank You!