Great with Dead People

Michelle came out for a few days...'to be Chris' she was saying.

She drove the girls to school, picked them up, drove Jess to work, picked her up, Andrew's orthodontist appointment. Made trips to the store, to the post office, to pick up forgotten clothing, and made some really great dinners! Truly, thank you, sister. You made a difference.

Her 'Chris-ness' initiation began at the hospital with us for Andrew's surgery. To keep Andrew relaxed, she made a funny comment in the waiting room. We all laughed. Then Andrew said, "Gee, Auntie. You're pretty funny."

"I'm funny in tough situations. I'm hilarious when people die!" she loudly exclaimed.

"It's true," I confirmed. "She's great with dead people."

It really is true. The more critical the situation, the sharper Michelle's wit. I'm not sure that everyone in the surgical waiting room could appreciate it, is all.