A miserable day

When we got up this morning, we saw the major mist blowing down the street from the west.  When we went outside, we felt the sting of the light rain on our faces.  It wasn’t sleet but it did remind us of how uncomfortable that feels.  We were going to perform at a local nursing home with our kitchen band.  We went to our neighbor’s but couldn’t get an answer at her door.  We were worried, but relaxed when the activity director brought her back from a trip to the grocery.  We picked up the others at the hall and proceeded to Ratama Manor.  The residents there are very unresponsive compared to the other homes but probably need the entertainment more than many.  I sang Celito Lindo once again but can’t the synchronize the notes with the lyrics well enough yet.  We came home for lunch and went to the hospital to serve.  We had another good day there.  We then went to the Elks to get our carry out fish dinner.  We also bought one for the Winstons because Joe was sick and couldn’t come here for supper.  We also brought their concert tickets home because they can’t go with us next Tuesday.  We will find another couple from our park to go with us.  We spent the evening at home where it is warm.  Evelyn is especially sensitive to the cold.  She spends her time wrapped in our blanket, sitting in the upstairs living room, reading.  The cold weather saps our energy, so we often go to bed early.  We heard from Stacy and Tom and will talk with them tomorrow.  They have some reports from Olivia’s counselor; we are excited to hear them.  They will go to see her during the next week and will stay at our home in NC.  We thank God for His care for them and pray that He will continue to heal her spirit.