Friday was a waiting day. Kim, Noah and Lydia came to the hospital since it was a school holiday. Jon, Noah and Lydia went for a great walk on a beautiful Spring day. We got over to the shoreline, walked in the sand, dipped our toes in cold Lake Michigan, collected a few small shells and stones, soaked up some sun, and breathed fresh air.
Noah went to the Family Life Center after we got back and was tutored in chess by a visiting volunteer. Lydia and Kim went to check out the thrift shop that's across from the hospital, and whose proceeds benefit the hospital.
Kim then settled in for the night while Jon, Noah and Lydia headed back to Elgin, just in time for some Easter egg decorating at church and then Noah slept over at his friend Jason's house.
Saturday has also come and gone, and we're still waiting on the coumadin levels to get high enough for Ben to come home. Kim's still at the hospital. Jon and Lydia slept in for once and did some chores around the house, and Noah played at Jason's. Lydia and dad had an afternoon out to the movies, where we saw "Last Song" starring Miley Cyrus. I thought we were in for a silly children's flick, but instead I ended up with tears through pretty much the whole thing. I guess it hit a little close to home with all the family dynamics and especially the storyline of father and kids.
So now it's time for rest. Tomorrow we get up early to celebrate Easter. We give thanks to God for life and for victory over death. This year the reality of new life is close to home.
May it be real to you as well.
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