01/09/2005

It's been a busy couple of weeks since I last updated here.

My grandson, Jakob Phillip Taft, was born Friday, December 24th at 11:19pm. He weighed in at 5lbs, 12 ounces and was 18 inches long. I was honored to be invited to participate in the birth by my son Jason and Elisha. I can't begin to put into words the flood of emotion I felt as I witnessed his birth. The new family is doing well and I am so proud of all of them!

I am about 90% well after my gallbladder surgery. A couple of little setbacks but nothing too scary. The surgeon did compliment me on having the most difficult gallbladder surgery he'd ever performed. Is that a good thing? Anyway, I'm hoping to begin light workouts later this week. Cross your fingers!

My training walk schedule is finalized and posted on this website. I have the campout dates confirmed and will be making reservations at the campground sometime over the next couple weeks. My next project is working on my fundraising letter and beginning to plan my Pub Night.