Well, after a day of traveling, we made it to our hotel in Rochester tonight at 7:15 local time. Tired, hungry, glad to be out of airports. It was, to say the least, a weird day.
Usually, Dee Dee and I enjoy travelling. We enjoy flying, we enjoy the anticipation of the trip, we enjoy experiencing a new place. Today, really yesterday as well, it was like we kept trying to summon up any sense of anticipation or enjoyment at the prospect of new things. We tried, but without success. The closer we got to Mayo, the less enjoyable the whole thing became. I think the reality of everything, yet again, hit as we started seeing highway signs for "Mayo Clinic."
It was sad to leave this morning as our children headed off to church with their grandmother, Memaw. We miss them, and are praying for them. Thank you for doing the same.
We have had times today when we laughed. God has continued to provide moments along the way when our love for one another has shined. He has given moments of laughter, and normalcy. We are genuinely touched by the number of people loving us and praying for us, and encouraging us.
We start tomorrow at 7:00 at St. Mary's Hospital, and adjunct hospital affiliated with Mayo. Bus leaves at 6:30, so we need to hit the sack. I'll write again soon.
Tony
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