Saturday, March 20, 2010

Surprise Visit from Robin


My sister Robin came for a week visit in January. So I was so surprised when she came for another last week. Don and his brother Ray dropped her off on their way to their nephew’s funeral in Phoenix. March 10 is her birthday and she told us so when she arrived. I ignored her statement until the family started to arrive and we got out the ice cream and birthday cake I had hidden in the pantry. She was surprised. It was just plain sweet to get to visit with her again. Even though it had only been just two months ago, I was amazed at the progress she has made in her stroke recovery. She walked without a brace, her speech had dramatically improved, and her sparkle was back. Wow, if she continues to heal at this rate, a year from now will remarkable. I have been taking a photography class with daughter Sheena. Robin happened to be here the week that we were supposed to bring a model to photo. Sheena used Robin and I. She did Robin’s hair and I did her makeup. I just loved the photos. I think Sheena captured, not just a good photo, but also the love we share as sisters.

4 comments:

Kristi M. said...

The pictures look great! Did she also tell you that she now drives by herself to local places?

katy said...

I didn't know she drives now. How cool, she is doing so good. I could tell a huge difference in her this last trip. Those are such beautiful pictures mom. You should frame them. You guys look so pretty. I can totally see "the love" good job Sheena.

HeidiT said...

I'm so glad she got to celebrate her birthday there. I felt bad that we didn't get to then, in fact we just did yesterday. The pics look great, she just loves visiting there so much!

Cori Ann said...

Oh mom they turned out great!
I can't believe we got to see her again! I could get used to this! You both looked so happy!