What a way to start the third week of our cross-country trip--reconnecting with an uncle who now lives in Columbia, South Carolina. Karen had not seen him in 60 years! Circumstances were such that Karen and her brother and sister lived in Kansas with this uncle (Jim) and Aunt Ruth Ann for about 5 months. There were many incidents recounted--all good. Uncle Jim could drive his big Buick with his knees; he was principle, history teacher and basketball coach of a small local high school; he won a talent contest by singing and dancing, he helped Karen's brother with a science fair project. It was certainly different than living with a single mom. As for the present, we just got to know each other a little bit. Uncle Jim is in the process of starting a college in Guinea, West Africa, which is quite a feat considering the distance and energy--far more energy than we have, and we are not 89. As for the future, it will be interesting to see if we will continue to communicate.
Then it was off to Charlotte, North Carolina to see our friends Rick and Sue. We just hung out and visited for the late afternoon and evening. We ate and played cards. Also visited with their son, Billy (Will), who spent 7 months in the hospital with Covid. He is staying with Rick and Sue while he continues to heal. All are so thankful he is alive and working so hard to regain what was lost by being so sick for so long. Many of you reading this prayed for this family.
As we approach Virginia and spend time with family our posts may be intermittent.
