I thought it might be nice to head into your weekend with a funny story. Yes, funny… but in some sense, a realistic reflection of the raw emotion (fear, in this case) we cope with every second of every day. Anyhow, it occurred at the tail end of a phone call with Sue. The same phone call where I told her about Ryan’s pupils reacting, just two days ago.
Granted, I am quite accustom to my wife not believing me. I guess this is what wives do (please, no comments calling me a sexist! Mainly because there’s a good chance I am.). Perhaps it’s more accurate to say she seems to always have some sort of underlying suspicion that I’m up to no good. I accept this. In fact, I kind of deserve it.
Anyhow, to get to my story.
Smartphones are a wonderful thing. Yes, you can see the name and number of who is calling. You can associate any ringtone that seems appropriate (Sue actually busted me on hers, but that’s another story). But the real feature is you can tag a photo to pop-up — filling the screen — when they call. Any picture you want! Obviously, I have fun with this. Probably more fun than I should. Well… ah…. definitely more fun than I should.
Where was I? Oh, right.
I tell Sue about Ryan’s pupils. After about ten minutes of convincing her that she did indeed hear me correctly and allowing her to stop crying in joy, she dutifully runs down her obligatory list of tasks she has assigned to me. I pretend to listen, but need to find something to change the topic. I blurt out the first thing I can think:
Ken: Aren’t you happy you were able to answer my call?
Sue: Yes. You scare me when you call.
Ken: Gee, thanks.
Sue: No! What I mean to say is your face scares me when it pops up on my phone.
Ken: You know, that doesn’t really make me feel any better.
via biologyoftechnology.com
Then we laughed. It was good to laugh. A fine one, indeed. Even if it were about our own fears. Although neither of us came right out and said it, we both knew her meaning. We live in constant fear that the next call will be bad news. I know what she goes through, because the first thought that runs through the mind is “what’s wrong?”.
Wonderful news about Ryan’s eyes.
And your witness to the beauty of marriage is a delight.
Glad you all had a good laugh 🙂 thinking about Ryan, always!
Kennnnnnn (this is me whining) … can you put a link for Ryan’s list of things he needs somewhere prominent on your blog so everyone can see it? Thank youuu Kennnnn
hugs hugs xoxoxoox (me being manipulatively feminine)
Paula, it’s up at the top of the screen, on the right side (toolbar), “Ryan’s List” 🙂
Wow Ken, do you realize how many folks you touch in such a real way with your humor? You are a gift to so many! It is so awesome to see and hear how you have just totally embraced the good of your “ugly” situation. And just to clarify, I’m not referring to your scary face. Love Sue and her real comments too!
Speaking of real comments… “I’m not referencing your scary face.”
Thank goodness you left my scary face out of this. 🙂
I have a whole string of “yo mama’s so ugly” jokes that could be easily adapted to fit this conversation. Just like in college…you make this so easy for me!
Ha, was wondering what kind of comment I was going to spark from you.
Ken’s comment that is.
Ken ,Glad you can both share a few laughs every now and then:):)With all going on,phone calls can be scary I imagine….,but that would have scared me too:) I agree with Diane …more videos ,most they are very informative (talking spider plant,haha)not! Keep up your strength and and when possible, the levity too…Hope all goes well today Hugs to Ryan…….Gail
For a second, I thought you had actually chosen Gollum as your smartphone avatar 😀
Hilarious! Wait… that might just work.
You really should do it!
HaHa! So this proves it. You do have a face for radio!
Perhaps… but not the voice.
Ken and Sue,
Just love the fact that you too can see the lighter side and still laugh. Smiles and laughter are good for the soul! Have a good weekend together. Still praying for more little miracles.
Love, Peggie
Most of us only live on the edge for short times, sometimes longer, but living on the edge every minute of every day is harrowing, to say the least. I’m recommending vitamin cocktails for both, or share Ryan’s concoction. Check out
DrWeil.com for information on how to shore up against long-time killer stress. Meanwhile, you are in my prayers. Love
Ken & Sue are so real! Thank you for sharing your personal moments (well, some of them). It really helps us all to know that you’re real people, not just some virtual characters we’ve all ‘assigned’ personalities to — you give us evidence of the real personalities & this helps us all to know you better. I want to thank you in advance for posting more videos. I know you really want to do that because so many of your devoted fans are waiting for it. Hint, hint, hint … I know that wasn’t too subtle, but I can be direct with you, right Ken?
Have a good day and keep your sense of humor!! SHSP-NGA
Okay, okay. Let me get to work on a video.
Thank you, Ken!!!!!
Yay!!! I can’t wait to see a new video, you’re really funny Mr. Ken! 😀 And also, of course, STSP <3
Yeah!!!