G'day Walt Watchers,
Rick and I both lost access to the blog and I have just got mine back. This is a post from Rick Feb 22nd.
Hi Walt, just writing to let you know that that Corinne, Diane and I enjoyed playing euchre with you and Patty tonight.
Thank you for saving Patty from having to do a re-deal by pointing out that one of the cards in the deck was upside down. None of us picked that up.
Too bad that Corinne "helped" you; I have to admit that you did better on your own when she was futzing around looking for honey to put into Diane's tea. At least you got to both hold and play your cards by yourself and win a few points while she was away from the table.
In fact, I'm certain that if you hadn't been telling Corinne which card to play from your hand on every trick, your team would not have had a chance.
Glad to see your competitive nature returning in such fine form. The snarls and partner reprimands for stupid plays were in full swing.
Anyway, it was fun. Look forward to doing it again soon.
Your Cousin,
Rick
Hmmm Charming.
We played again a couple of weeks ago and this time Walt was on his own. Patty rigged up a makeshift cardholder from an upside down egg carton that worked a treat. (Very creative Patty). It was boys against girls that went to 2 very hotly contested matches with the girls winning by 1 point.
walt was truely amazing. He was anticipating plays, keeping track of the scores for both teams,(and as if I would intentionally get that wrong) and maintaining his focus amongst all the hubbub that goes with the banter between spouses, cousins and team mates.
Those of you that know Walts competive streak will understand that he was NOT happy about the outcome and wanted another game.
We cant wait to do it again.
2 comments:
Great picture Rick! I have been meaning to post one so I am glad you did :)
Patty says: Just wanted everyone to know that Walter played Chess with our cousin, Eric. He did not win this time but I was very impressed!!! It is very amazing that he remembered this difficult game.
Timmy,Tippy and I played baseball with him on Tuesday. He held the bat in his bad hand and hit the ball very well!! Go Walter!!!
We still need to continue to pray that he will walk again!! His mind has come back wonderfully!! He has been enjoying his days out with Tippy and the Guys (and girls). We will be able to get him out on the deck very soon to enjoy his beer and to read his books.
Happy Spring!!!!
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