Emily had a really full day today. 

She went to church this morning.  That is a community where she is very active and gets lots of good support.  She enjoys Sunday School, Church, Wednesday night dinners and service, as well as her leadership role in the church.

This afternoon she had a nice surprise.  Her baby sister, Joyce, who had been visiting her son David came through for a really short visit.  They had a nice time.  Joyce was just leaving and she said to Mom that she wasn't sure what she would be wearing to Gaelyn's wedding.  Mom brought her back inside and had her try on a couple of things.  She found a dress that she's going to wear.  We thought it was great fun that Joyce is going to be a GOB (Grandmother of the Bride) or maybe NOB (Nana of the Bride).  We are looking forward to the wedding and festivities.

Steve and Pat were heading to the Derby yesterday, but by the time they hit the split to go on to Louisville or take the road over to Somerset, they had decided that the bad weather was too much.  The prediction was rain and umbrellas aren't allowed at the Derby, and the infield would have been awfully muddy and very crowded.  They decided to play chicken and took the split to Somerset.  They spent a lovely night at Cumberland Falls and then got up this morning to go down to Goodwater and take a look at the logging at the property down there.  Then they made their way down to Chattanooga for dinner and a visit.  She made a great dinner and Lynn and Alan along with Liga and Valdis joined them for dinner.  They got to Chattanooga in time for a brief visit with Joyce as well.

West and Middle Tennessee have really suffered from the rainfall.  Nashville recorded the most rainfall in a day that they've ever recorded, and it's headed toward Chattanooga.  Emily is set with a flashlight by her bed and Lynn and Alan on her speed dial in case there's any difficulty with the rain as it comes eastward tonight.


In the meantime, for those who pray - remember those who have been harmed by the weather.