40 Years Already...

Dave and I traveled to Utah last weekend to attend his 40 year high school reunion.  It was a quick trip, leaving Friday after work, and returning Sunday evening.

 Saturday morning we got up and went to visit Aunt Lovinia, my mom's only surviving sibling.  She is 93 years old, lives by herself and continues to host family gatherings.  We enjoyed talking, laughing and reminiscing with her.  We went to our favorite restaurant, Hires, for lunch and then headed for reunion preparation.

Dave was one of 3 MC's.  It was a lot of fun as he connected with those he hadn't seen since the last reunion 10 years ago.  They played Jeopardy with events that happened during their high school years and historically.  We were one of the last to leave and enjoyed every minute of it.

The next day we took flowers to Dave's parent's graves.  We went to church with Joyce and her family.  Joyce had a nice BBQ after Church at her home so we could get together with the rest of the relatives.  It was a great time! While in the airport before we left, I stopped to get a cookie at Starbucks. I glanced at the guy next to me in line and then looked at him again. I said, "Michael Bolton"? He replied, "Yes.". I told him that I had enjoyed his music over the years. When I left I said, "Have a good day," and he responded with "Nice talking to you". I hurried to tell Dave who I'd seen.

As you can see, Dave has lost 50 lbs since February.  He runs 3 miles, 6 days a week and is counting calories.  His doctor has cut his diabetes and high blood pressure meds in half.  I am so proud of him!