This past weekend my brother, Michael and his wife Gaile came to visit me with my niece Keira. They arrived on Saturday evening which we spent hanging out and playing 80’s Trivial Pursuit. That was a lot harder than anyone of us expected … so much for believing the commercials! On Sunday, we drove up to Redding to visit with Mike who had been gone since the prior Tuesday. He was fishing the WON Bass Pro-Am at Lake Shasta, so Michael and Gaile had the opportunity to see how the weigh-in and awards ceremony commenced. Mike missed a check by three places, which is a bummer. He is still up there preparing for the FLW Stren Series which commences on Wednesday the 10th. On Monday, Michael, Gaile, Keira and I (Mary) went to see the Sundial Bridge in Redding, the Shasta Lake Dam and Mount Shasta. It was a lot of fun with many great sites. I’ll post pictures once they send them to me. My birthday was low-key yet nice with the family visiting. Mike had missed his birthday as he was in Shasta on that day but we celebrated when he returned with the annual fried catfish and hush-puppy meal he loves so much.

On Tuesday I had my D&C to take care of my miscarriage. Michael and Gaile were great in taking care of me (and my house!) I feel blessed that it went well and was fairly uneventful. While I rested and hung out with Keira, Michael proceeded to take care of some things on my Honey-Do list such as replacing outlets, putting up a new light in the back-yard and fixing my bath tub. Gaile cleaned up the house for me so that I wouldn’t have to worry much about it. Mike and I appreciate all that they’ve done for us.

Mike will be returning either Friday or Saturday as it depends on how he does in the tournament. For those that like to follow his progress, check out the FLW Website.