Waiting...

I've learned not to pray for patience, but sometimes I think I'm getting a crash course in that virtue...AGAIN!

Wayne had the trial neuro-stimulator device put in on Feb. 18th and it was a great success. Unfortunately, it had to be removed a week later since it was a 'trial' device and there was a risk of infection where the wire went into his spine. When it was removed, the pain came back with a vengeance. Now we have to wait for workers' comp to approve the permanent implant of a neuro-stimulator. They have 30 days. Their history has been to push the full 30 days to the max and beyond. It's very hard being patient when the pain meds and all the side effects take their toll--not to mention the pain that Wayne still experiences with the medication. We were back in the ER this past Thursday due to the severity of the pain.

Marc is waiting for another event...the arrival of 2 new goats. Yes, he's getting more. This time he's getting 2 bucks. One will be neutered and will be the companion goat to the other buck since they will be housed separately from the does. Marc is looking forward to continuing his milk production endeavors by having a male on the farm to keep the does producing. We're hoping that it'll be a positive experience and not an extreme adventure! Pics will be posted as soon as they arrive (possibly tomorrow).

Jonathan and Ian are waiting for the snow to disappear so they can go dig for worms in the garden again. They are already dreaming of what to plant in the garden and eating the fresh veggies. (I guess this farming thing may just be in the blood after all!)

The snow is melting slowly, the goats will arrive soon, and God will give us the grace to get through another day of pain. Waiting isn't fun, but it will be worth it in the end.