Ashpole Family Update

Had some inquires about yesterday's pic of Pop. It was an older pic. This one was taken this AM---I call it---"enough with that #%$&@ camera this early in the morning picture"---or maybe Pop said that--anyway this pic is hot off the camera. Pop is more photogenic now with his weight gain--but still stays cranky in the morning---Might say today--Pop is holding his own. (If I were wicked---I would go into the bedroom and draw a happy face on him before he wakes up and then take a picture---Hmmm--just may happen--not the wicked---just the happy face.) Keeping it real: Yesterday was a bit rough for him--had flu like symptoms--was sedentary all day and went to bed before 7:00pm. Would suspect it was a reaction to the Epogen injection on Monday. He is better today and plans a McD's trip and to drive me to Mass at noon (HHR being serviced today---so I am without wheels).

Sun is shining this AM. Remember the times spent at the Kleppers and sitting in the sunny greenhouse reading, enjoying the company, and beautiful plants. Have received so many wonderful sentiments of love and caring from everyone--thanks. Wanted to share a notation from a Marjolein Bastin card---"It is not how long the flower blooms, but how beautifully." Now doesn't that just say it all? Thought I would add a greenhouse pic with some of Kelli's plants (taken a couple of years ago.)

S/W Linda last night to get an update on her dad. All is going as expected, defibrilator implanted yesterday, staying stable, and expected to be able to return to home soon.

Thank you for continuing to keep our family in your thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Mom