Downtime in Memphis

We were discharged from Vanderbilt Sunday after a mostly uneventful last night, with the slightly humorous exception of me finding out what happens when you accidentally trip the emergency button in the bathroom. Turns out they take that very seriously!

Bobby's having the same weird experience of being very tired but as soon as he falls asleep his mind starts racing with random, frantic, almost paranoid thoughts. Although it seems like he's asleep, he's not getting restful sleep. Thankfully, we remember this from last time so we know it's only temporary. The weather turned amazingly pleasant here in Memphis yesterday, so we took a short walk and even went to the Y where Bobby did 15 minutes on the recumbent bike.

We had an unexpected treat yesterday - our niece Ada and husband Ryan brought their brand new (6 week old) baby girl to see us from Tuscaloosa, Alabama. It was Mae's first road trip and she handled the 4 hour drive beautifully. Talk about beautiful, Mae is absolutely gorgeous with her full head of hair! We took lots of pictures, including one of Mae with her first Memphis Barbeque. While she didn't get to enjoy it, we certainly did - pulled pork sandwiches with cole slaw & beans. Yum, yum.

No big plans this week, just laying low and hopefully catching up with a few Memphis friends. Thanks to all who are checking up on Michael in Tulsa. We're trying to talk him into driving over here for the weekend, but so far he's not too keen on the idea.

Love, Juli

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

Our rocks are back in our pockets and the girls have their Leslie's Lifesaver buttons on the visors of their cars so you are thought of and prayed for many many moments of each and every day. Thank you so much for the updates...you remind us of what is important in our daily lives! May your holiday weekend truly be a "holiday" full of peace and happiness. Hugs from the Hubbs!

Anonymous said...

So glad to read your posts. We are thinking and praying for you both. Have a restful holiday weekend! love, Karin & Darrell

Anonymous said...

Sending much love from San Antonio. You both amaze me! Hugs!

Rebecca Edgin

Garland said...

Saw Michael at the kickball tournament tonight at Redeemer. We only chatted briefly. Thanks for your updates.

Anonymous said...

Hi Juli and Bobby,
Our hopes are with you for another successful round next week. We love your blog. Juli, you have such a talent for portraying your difficult experiences in such an informative, humorous and realistic way. Big sister love from little sister- Kt

Anonymous said...

Hey Juli and Bobby-

Glad to hear Round 1 went so well and that you are enjoying a little time off in Memphis. We will just miss you, as we are driving in on July 6 to see Garland's family.

Garland saw Michael at the Redeemer Kickball Tournament the other night. Sorry to tell you that Asbury lost this year, but I'm sure they'll be back with a vengence next year. Garland was a ref and said some of the coaches forget that this is a CHURCH kickball tournament, not the World Series!

G also said that Michael may go to OSU instead of UA. If he changes his mind, looks like Brady's roommate will probably not return to UA, so he is looking for a roomie. Downside is that B is going to live in Humphrey's, the only still un-airconditioned dorm on campus! Crazy boy.

Thanks for the updates. You are in our prayers. Praying for Bobby's strength and stamina this last round.

Kristi Tackett

Dave Lynn said...

Bobby,
Thanks to the blog we are able to keep track of your progress. Hopefully I can catch you over at the Y before you head back to Vandy. Hang tough my friend. Thoughts and prayers are with you. dave