Well, she sounds about ten years lighter. She answered her own phone just like a grownup and she's cracking jokes and is nervous as hell about the surgery but ready for it.

Only regret is she won't be lifting big rocks in the garden this spring, so I suggested she find some inexpensive assistance. But it ain't the same.

Good luck, lady TGG!! We're peppering you with the best of thoughts.

Ciaou,

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