I’m 2 days post surgery and I feel like I’ve done 1000 sit-ups. I tried to go without pain meds for a while today, and that backfired. So I think I’ll stick with it for a little while, even though it makes me sleepy. I’ve had 4-hour naps the last couple of days, yet I’m thankful the pain is manageable.

On this Father’s Day, I’m grateful for my stepdad, who passed away too young 8 years ago, and my father who is trying to be more involved in my life. I’m also thankful for my father-in-law. His birthday is on our anniversary, and he didn’t care that we usurped it. He also likes to go junking, and he sometimes sends me stuff for my booth. He’s generous and sarcastic and fun. I lucked out with my in-laws.