Sept. 17, 2023
It was predawn. I sat on the side of the bed silently thanking God for my loving friend, Suzy, who -sensing my need for respite- invited me to stay at her home for the weekend while she and her family were away. I stretched, slid on my sandals, grabbed my glasses and journal and headed to the living room. Excitement grew in my spirit as I slowly walked down the hallway- my…