May 20, 2014

Today is a great day because the weather is delightfully cool with no humidity. 

I feel very good about the therapy today because it all worked out so beautifully.  I walked in the hallway and performed well.  Also I am ending a period of time of being dependent.

We learned today that my brother Paul is facing some possible health challenges which apparently are self inflicted.  We are shocked that Paul has taken this course of action. He has decided not to eat. I pray that he will decide against this course of action and is indeed dire.  He has a lot to live for and family and friends who depend on him.  He is a great person. This direction he has chosen to take is not  

like him.  I hope and pray that he will change his mind.  It is hard for me to believe.

I remember him saying several years ago that he would not be around in a few years and I could not figure it out.  Why is he contemplating this?  Less than a month ago I spoke with him and he seemed fine and everything was OK that is why I am so shocked. Maryann is going to Palm Springs to visit him in the hospital.  If anyone can change his mind it would be her.

Home from Hospital May 18, 2014

We left hospital shortly before lunch. On a outing that was approximately half day to spend at home.  It is very exciting to be home again.  I am in the hospital because of a stroke I had on May third.  It is good to see home much support and confidence has been placed on me.

My favorite therapist is Lauren who is teaching me how walk again using the wheel chair and walker.  This stroke caused me to be off balance.  

February 22, 2013

Hello Girls,

Four Generations. I found this old photo of four very extraordinary mothers taken in St. Louis 12/71.  Mimi, Nanni, holding  baby Mia and Mama Dia.  Mia was the first grandchild and great grandchild in our family.  Now with the birth Lilly Rose and Anna Kate we celebrate another generation
of young ladies into our family.  I can hardly wait for Mama Dia to meet her two great grand daughters.

Love,
Dad
 

MAY 24, 2012

I am sending photos of me on my birthday that I thought you might like to see.  Also, a fresh blueberry  pie was baked by Caroline, topped with a lacy crust.  It was delicious and boy did it taste good!  MMM.  I am so lucky to have such wonderful children.   Mia and Anthony hosted a lovely birthday celebration for me.   Mia baked fresh pizza which was oh so good!   Their new apartment is very charming and very cute.   Just what Rose will love.  

We can't wait to welcome them into the world when they arrive.

Here is a picture of Mia looking over some stuff she got at her baby shower.  Anna is looking over these goodies too.   Eric and Anna sent a very special gift of a baby bassinet.
  When it comes down to it,  both of them are very blessed in lots of ways.   Won't be much longer.
August Gold  said it best: We are all creators of own story.

March 21,2012

Todays Blog: (march 21, 2012)

Today has been a little crazy. I waited for Rena to come and bring me to the Y. It was a bit of a wait. Once I got into the water things got a little better - the water wasn't too cold. Anna was our instructor. She is always very good.

At lunch time Rena decided to go to Piccadilly for a meal that wasn't very good. I had stuffed green pepper, 2 vegetables and iced tea. It wasn't very tasty. Thats for sure. When we finished our meal we left for Shelby Farms. A presentation was made by a young lady named Jennifer. She made a good report followed by an outdoor tour of the new childrens outdoor area. It was very thorough and informative to us.

All together the presentation lasted about 2 hours.

FEBRUARY 11, 2012

SATURDAY

FEBRUARY 11, 2012

JOHN A. HURLEY

Saturday

Its a beautiful winter afternoon. The sun is shining brightly in clear blue skies. Its a bit chilly and windy but not unusual this for this time of year. Thank God for the beauty of the earth.

TWO FILLETS

I want to present the story of two fillet mignons of beef.

While this story may seem a bit trivial, it is actually quite telling and of course its true. So here goes.

Once upon a time there were two Fillet Mignons that were waiting to be prepared by John. They were actually quite succulant and juicy. They were just what was needed on a cold winters night.

But wait a minute. Mimi suggested that we have these at another time when John was feeling better so we could enjoy them. John was having not such a great time that evening. In fact he went back to his bedroom to give this decision some serious thought. Afterwards, John could no longer restrain himself. It was a done deal. He could no longer hold himself back.

The two steaks were just too much to deal with. Out came the steaks! They were delicious to view. And oh how they smelled, just perfect.

All of a sudden everything changed from "lets hold off" to lets get going and "grill those steaks"

It turned out to be some of the best steaks we had.