Sunday, November 23, 2008
Two years ago today, I was having open heart triple bypass surgery (the day after Thanksgiving) in Palm Springs, California. It was a pretty grueling few days and upon returning to our condo, I fell and broke my ankle and had to return to the hospital. After a brief stay in a local rehab facility I was life flighted back to St. George. Recovery was slow, but steady. My heart seems to be back to normal.
The next challenging year (2007) brought a death of a son, a divorce of a grandson, a horrific ATV accident of a son-in-law (who still struggles with constant pain).
In 2008, two grandsons graduated from high school, two other grandsons got married and I attended my 60th High School Reunion in June. In reflection of just the past year, it is amazing to note that many things have happened to our family.
I guess most notable is the fact that Sister Spafford was rushed to the ER on April 6th, 2008 and infection was found in the right leg. (Cellulitis and Cdiff). She was in the hospital and rehab for several weeks with antibiotic infusions. On May 6th, tests were done in SLC and it was determined that the knee prosthesis should be removed. Our daughter, Susan, flew down on May 29th, and drove us to Salt Lake on June 1st. Removal of the right knee prosthesis took place on June 2nd. By June 6th, we were on our way back to St. George. Sister Spafford spent more time at the Coral Desert Rehab in St. George and then returned home for a few weeks prior to the 3rd knee replacement, which ultimately took place on July 25th back in Salt Lake City at St. Mark's Hospital. There were several trips back and forth from St. George to Salt Lake City during the summer months. As of this writing, she is walking and has even driven us to Palm Springs for the month of November. Everyone is grateful for this outcome and 
are praying for continued success.
are praying for continued success. As the years go by swiftly for us, we have time to reflect on the goodness of the Lord in restoring the fullness of the gospel in these latter days. Our thrills in life are magnified by the wonderful lives of "our missionaries" and to watch their families mature. We always hope and pray that you are all staying close to the church and faithful in all things. Blessings to you always and our love.
President (and Sister) Spafford
Sister Spafford in
the hospital 
and rehab center
and rehab center
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