Always room for one more..

This picture was taken at Greta's graduation, four years ago. Little did mother know that Bart (Jennifer's husband..which makes him grandson in-law?) would live with her for a year. Mom says that having Bart live with her this past year was one of the most wonderful experiences of her life. They become close pals, Bart and Mom.

This is just another example of Mom sharing her home. I cannot remember a time growing up when we didn't have someone living with us. To name a few: Allen, who became a doctor, Barry who is an investor I think, Warren who was happily married to Pat for 33 years, Mary who became a nun, Jaimie, Sergio, Gloria all from the Patron family in Mazatlan. Mom even raised three children, who were under five when they came to our house. My father was treating their mother who had TB. Oh, there are more, Annette an exchanage student from France, Tony from Mazatlan, and her mother who lived to be over 104!

It's been a week now since Mom visited the doctor. Tomorrow Penny will take her to Hoag Hospital for tests required before her surgery. Surgery will be a week from next Monday. She says she isn't nervous about the tests at all. After the tests they will do their weekly shopping at the produce market, Trader Joe's, and Dollar Store.

So, things are looking good. Mom appreciates all the calls and visits from everyone. Keep those cards coming. She loves cards!