It is a little difficult to write about our time in McCall objectively because I tend to have rose colored glasses about vacations in general and McCall in particular. However, the week of Family Camp was a bit challenging for Rich because he was away from his regular routines at home. He was surrounded by people each day and although they were a bit familiar, he couldn't remember their names or how he knew them. Our assistant pastor, Bobby Truax, was at our breakfast table one morning and Rich whispered to me, "What is his name?" Bobby overheard the question and without skipping a beat said, "Hi Rich! My name is Bobby." Over and over throughout the week, the men at camp spent time talking to Rich (and often answering the same questions numerous times) and making him feel a part of conversations. I am so appreciative! We played games with several different groups and every person was patient with Rich when he didn't understand the rules or felt overwhelmed by the game.
I know that Rich enjoyed the fellowship with old friends and new ones (even though he doesn't remember it now). I found myself a bit exhausted trying to watch out for Rich - he would get turned around and confused easily so I was always on alert. However, the change of pace and the sweet times with friends and my husband was worth the effort.
Although the week at camp might have been a bit overwhelming for Rich, this week has proved more of a challenge. On Tuesday evening Becca and I took Henry to his soccer practice at Sawtooth Middle School in Meridian. As soon as we got home, I went to bed with body aches and chills and a raging headache. The next morning I had a fever of 101.2 and a cough. Becca took off work early and we went to Primary Health for a COVID-19 test. The health professional came out to our car and took his samples. We received a call from Primary Health the following day and received the news that my test was positive.
It is now Saturday and in many ways, it seems like an eternity since I got sick. I am quarantined in our bedroom - trying to keep the rest of the family from getting the virus. Thankfully, I am feeling better today so I've been able to do something other than sleep. Rich has been rather lost without me. Becca noticed how hard it was for him and she is stepping in as my replacement as much as possible. Last night Becca and Rich played Sequence and he won both games!! I am so grateful for her spending time with him! Rich comes up to my room but with both of us wearing masks and keeping six feet between us - our interactions are limited. Neither of us has good hearing so it is a bit hilarious to try to communicate with masks!
I read these verses this afternoon and they encouraged my heart!
Psalm 86:1-4
A prayer of David.
Hear me, Lord, and answer me,
for I am poor and needy.
Guard my life, for I am faithful to you;
save your servant who trusts in you.
You are my God; have mercy on me, Lord,
for I call to you all day long.
Bring joy to your servant, Lord,
for I put my trust in you.
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