Lisa and Chuck's New House

Hello

Chuck and I had the opportunity to travel to Colorado in July to take a bit of a vacation and to spend some time with Mary, Meigs, and Kate and her family. It was completely wonderful. So funny how the past 20 something years seemed to disappear in an instant. Kate and Meigs are beautiful, witty, adult women. It was a priviledge to meet their families and to share time with them all. Chuck developed a bit of a crush on Meigs as she reminded him of his high school girlfriend, and we both adored Craig and his parents, Betty and John. Kate remained strong, funny, compassionate and nurturing through out the time we spent with her; and then there was Mary who in the most loving way embraced us both, making Chuck feel that he had known her forever, and giving me the gift of a family that is always connected despite time and distance. Now more than ever I think an extended Fisher reunion is in order.

Ann came to visit with her most lovely children, Sophie and Nora. The girls were wonderful. They are easy, kind, lovely and smart. I really enjoyed the visit despite the fact that Chuck and I unexpectedly bought a new home (and sold this one) over a very hectic couple of days. Ann and the girls were privy to all of the decision making, contract signing and nail biting that goes along with unplanned major changes. We managed to make it through, and Chuck and I will be moving in mid October. The home is lovely with four fireplaces, a wonderful barn, and plenty of room for all.

Andi returns from a rock climbing expedition in a few days only to turn around and head to Italy for her Fall semester. She has been a huge help to me in the studio this summer and I will have my hands full trying to stay as organized as she insists that I be. Misty heads to Seattle for a wedding next week, and then returns to her home in Virginia. Both girls are a deeply treasured gift.

Love to all, Lisa

We're Back

Well, we're back from our Danube River Tour, trying to get over jet lag. It was a fantastic trip. Tauck Tours is considered to be one of the very best tour companies. They always put you in the best accomodations available in the area. The photo is of MA coming down from the bedroom in our two story suite in the Budapest Hilton. Some of the daily itineraries were strenuous, but we were exposed to a great deal from Budapest to Prague. I caught a cold toward the end of the tour and sat out the walking tour of Passau. But I recovered enough to enjoy Prague. We only had one full day in Prague, which isn't enough. I took around 250 pictures; we're going to put together an album with the 50, or so best. Look for it in a few days. Love to all.

All's well!

Hello Family,
I wanted you all to know that Kate has a new kidney safely tucked in her tummy, and it's working beautifully. There's quite a drug regimen for Kate to get used to...with adjustments to make during the first few weeks. She doesn't feel so great yet because of the drugs, but she looks much much better and is better every day.
As for me, I'm back in Idaho and just the same as I was before, but with a wound that just needs to heal up. I'm trying to mind the rules about not lifting and not driving. So far, so good.
This experience brought many other wonderful things. Most especially, getting to spend time with Lisa, and meeting Chuck, whom we all adored. I know I don't have to explain to any of you how lovely Lisa is, inside and out.

Kate and Craig will return to Jakarta in about three weeks. For the next year, Kate will go to Singapore a few times a month for check-ups.

I'll go back to work at Brundage Mountain Resort and back on the McCall Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors as PAST-President..thank heavens!

My love to you all,

Aunt Mary