I've been trying not to stress about Friday's surgery while also getting my house in order, just in case there are complications. Then I got an unexpected phone call from an out-of-state cousin whom I haven't seen in 14 months. He'd heard about the operation and just lifted up my spirits! After that, my dog and I sat on the back porch enjoying the slow, steady rain that was coming down. Everything was just so peaceful.
I realize that sounds a bit callous given what they're dealing with Down South, but we've been having a severe drought here, which I don't recall at any other time in my life. Emotional support and much-needed rain all in one day? It doesn't get any better than this!