on my return to the states...

hey guys, I just wanted to say thanks for those of you who were able to pick us up at the airport, and for those who couldn't, but wanted to, as well. Just your being there really meant alot, and your earnest prayers as well. The flight back was really taxing on me. If it weren't for Darlene, I probably would have cried alot more than I actually did. It all probably started with a little chickadee we ate with our kids, that night i was fine, but in the AM, the day of our return, i was having diarrhea every so often, which worsened on the 17 hr flight back. I was shivering with chills so much, all my muscles are sore, some fever, and no sleep. Darlene gave me some body heat and helped me all the way, tried getting me to eat and drink some, but nothing stayed in. I'm hungry, but I can't seem to keep anything down for much time. As much as I want to be better, I'm just happy that even this has provided opportunity for D and I to be close. Last night when I got home from LAX, my neck started stiffening, and I couldn't turn it right or left. I told my mom to take me to the hospital if that didnt get better by the morning, or if it got worse. my nursing mind was going all over the place. thank God this morning my neck wasn't as stiff. I would've loved to stay out and hang out with you guys last night if it weren't for this. but it all worked out, mom got to hear the best of our stories, and we even stayed up late showing her pictures. I heard summer camp was awesome! we prayed for that, i'm glad it went well. as much as i love group presentations, i'd love to have a more personal time to hang out and talk. pray for my quick recovery so i can do just that w/y'all. much love,rocio