Heather got her name because Art loved the musical "Brigadoon". This photo reminds me of that as well as of my trip in 2006. Although Art is rehabbing now at Health South (phone number: 801-565-6650, Room 1012, Bed 2) his music means so much to him that I am sure he will be listening with earphones to his favorites. I'm not sure if that will be as he is doing physical therapy (probably not) or when he is resting afterwards. So far, he has been well taken care of which is a relief to me. Today when I go there I expect he will be cracking jokes with those who are helping him. It has been a bit of a roller coaster of emotions. Fortunately he is resilient, inclined to make the best of things. Sure makes it easier for his worrier of a wife! He will be in rehab at least until next Thursday, the 28th, when the staff will evaluate progress. Speaking of Heather, she will probably be visiting today when Jake comes down to Salt Lake for his soccer match. Art will be glad to see them. We were lucky to be able to go to their new home for a Father's Day dinner with Jake's parents there as well. We got a vicarious look at their trip to Guatemala by way of DVD slide show. Travel is wonderful. What a beautiful country the four of them were able to experience.
Well, actually he probably wasn't the oldest dad. But here's the story: When we were at Art's last class reunion from Murray High school, one of the activities was passing out certificates for the member with the most children, married longest, etc. We didn't figure he'd get anything, especially after someone had...I can't remember how many, maybe 40 grandchildren, and we have three. (They are VERY special ones, I must admit.) Then the group was asked who was the classmate with the youngest child. Compared to others, Art got a bit of a late start, as we didn't marry until he was almost 28. So Heather turned out to be the person who let Art win a certificate (Woo-Hoo!) for having the youngest child. Here they are celebrating that fact!
