Today was Becky’s appointment at her endodontist’s for root surgery on a bad tooth. She’s had trouble with it on and off for several years……finally after enduring several abscesses it has been taken care of.

Rocky and I took her to Springfield early so we could do some necessary shopping and have lunch……then off to the surgical date. We read through several magazines before she appeared holding an ice pack on her jaw…..looking like she’d been in a fight and got the worst of it.

It’s an hour and a half drive home but we got her things inside for her and left her to get settled. She thought she’d be more comfortable at home than staying with us. Our new dog, Mandy, has taken a liking to her and jumps on her lap every time Becky sits down. Then we have three meandering cats who like attention also. It’s a bit of a zoo around here when you’re down and can’t defend yourself.

I took up some soft food items for her so she wouldn’t have to worry about something she could eat……she opted for the ice-cream on the first selection. Hopefully she can eat enough to take care of hunger until morning when she may feel more like eating. Becky has survived many tooth problems and all have been severe. She’s a real trooper.

Rocky and I have been on medical runs all week and we’re ready to put our feet up and relax…….tomorrow looks like it may be cool enough to mow the lawn which is about a foot high. I’m thinking I will be doing some serious weed pulling and I’m sure the outdoor kitties will be happy to have us out and about. This week we’ve been hemmed in what little time we’ve been home due to the extreme heat.

So from the Rockenbach household all is quiet and we’re going to keep it that way for a few days. Stay cool and we’ll see you on Monday…..good Lord willing.

Until then,
Essentially Esther