First Medical Exam

     Started my medical today with my OB-GYN. Blood work great. Not anemic. Mammogram good. Pelvic exam good.  The only surprise phone call later today, was that I have a bladder infection. Wow, had no clue, no symptoms.

Next appointment to schedule is the big, bad "C".

Paperwork and CheckUps

     I started all my paperwork and noticed that in order to serve internationally I need a mammogram and a colonoscopy.  The latter makes me really nervous.  I have avoided this for 10 years.  At first I was very reluctant but then came to  the conclusion that I will put it in God's hands.  He wants me to go, then this procedure will go smoothly.  I am nervous because one person I know died from this and another almost died.  I know there are other stories that give the opposite view of detecting cancer early and it has saved lives.
     My other concern was the cost of this procedure.  We have a high deductible insurance plan.  But, I got a letter in the mail from IHC and they mentioned that I haven't done this procedure yet.  The letter also made note that my insurance would probably cover this as preventive care.  I called to verify and sure enough, it is covered 100%!

So, tomorrow I start the medical exams.  Mammogram scheduled for 7am.

Ending a Chapter

     It is sad for me to think I just filled out my last patron class schedule for October 2013.  I don't think I will have time to teach those classes as we get closer to getting ready for our mission.

The Family Tree classes are me!

On the happy side of things, who knows what kinds of people, subjects, and it what places I may be teaching next year!  

The Online Paperwork Begins

     We officially started the process of getting our paperwork started online for our missionary call.
Mike is answering questions with my approval.  Any preference?  No.  How long? 23 months
Do we have a car?  Yes.  Funds available from us?  From family?  Where are your ancestors from?
     I need to go make dinner.  I do want to go but THE HARDEST thing is leaving family. A couple of months ago I was sitting with a grandchild on my lap and this mission thing hit my emotions like a brick and I started crying...    Our family is very close.  More so than most!  We live with Myron and his family.  Justin and family live next door.  Laura and family live 40 minutes away.  Travis and family live 15 minutes away.  Briana and Matt live in Kansas.  Candiss and family live 50 minutes away. Anamarie and family live 5 minutes away.  But distance is not what makes us close. We share the gospel of Jesus Christ together and love one another knowing relationships are eternal.