Timo's Humor

I posted last evening about Dad's humor/Trent's humor. Allow me to share with you a little of Tmo's humor. Today as I stopped at our subdivision gate I realized my brother was entering behind me. Then as I pulled into our drive I noticed Vicki and the gang on Mom's driveway. We all arrived at the same time! How exciting is that?

I parked my car and quickly went for hugs. Of course we've been apprehensive about Timo's arrival. It's been a two-sided nervousness. First, Vicki and I hugged one another. Then I went to Timo. I immediately noticed he is weak. No big deal he's been quite sick. As we approached one another smiling he said, "Hello Aunt Kristi". Do I correct him???? I whispered (my mistake) "Aunt Tracie". He turned his 'good' ear to me for me to repeat. I said, "Aunt Tracie". Patted him on the back and said, "I don't care what you call me, I'm just glad to see you." He chuckled, and said "That was planned I KNOW who you are!" We had a good laugh. Vicki said he told her earlier today he was going to torment me. He's a mess! When Aunt Kristi arrived he called her Aunt Courtney. When Redonia arrived he asked, "Who are you?" He couldn't hold it in they giggled and Redonia picked him up and hugged him tight. They were so happy to see each other. Timo is a funny kid and his humor did show through despite his weakness.

Timothy's balance is off but improving. His voice is really weak. We aren't sure if it's deafness or the vent that has caused the problem. He can't hear anything in his left hear but he can feel with the ear. He thinks its funny that he can pick up our wrist and place across his ear and feel a pulse. His first doctor's appointment is Friday and then another one will be Monday.

Mom fixed dinner for everyone. All of the siblings and our families and Tremayne's parents was together. We had a good time. Timothy walked with me to my house and did quite well. His depth is not normal yet. Changing elevations when walking is challenging. Timothy rested in a chair most of the evening. Of course he is operating on a different time zone, too.

Vicki will spend a little time shopping the next day or two. Timothy is here with a pair of jeans and a few tshirts. Vicki has a couple of skirts and a few tops. Tremayne is in a similar situation. They weren't able to go back to Malawi afte going to Joburg. Retail therapy has always worked well for Vicki. Lauren gave her a Stein-Mart gift card. I'm sure Vicki will have fun!!!!

Again, thanks for praying!

PS Please keep Zack in your prayers.