Tom had his regular appointment with the cardiologist yesterday, and his EKG was normal.  But it would be an understatement to say that I don't think they're worth the paper they're printed on. 

Dad's EKG was fine that last day, though just a minute or two later (after the doc had stepped out of the room for some paperwork) Mom and I watched Dad experience an episode where he went pale, perspired, and was obviously experiencing severe chest pain.  Of course we mentioned it when the doc returned (by which time the episode had passed) but were assured all seemed fine.  Bottom line: about 15 minutes later, back in the apartment, he dropped dead.

(He had just been released from the hospital two days earlier,

after what had turned out to be a dissected aorta.)

At least Tom did mention how incredibly tired he's been, so today he went back for some additional heart tests, and then to the lab for some bloodwork to rule out some other things.  "Dr. Bobbi" (with all of her medical "training") has her own diagnosis: his arteries are clogged, and his heart just isn't getting enough blood.

Mary and Marcie finally got to meet this morning (looks like the start of a beautiful friendship!) and we got the 1.5" strips for her Log Cabin project cut easily and quickly.  Then it was off to meet Wanda for lunch, when we introduced Mary and Marcie to Saffron Jak.  They were most impressed with both the food and the portion size, and are looking forward to another visit.

Wanda brought along the two adorable paper-pieced chickens (from a book she borrowed from me) for a bag she's making, and it will be adorable.  But Wanda pretty much feels the same way about paper-piecing that I do.

Mary brought along  her Judy Martin's Incredible Log Cabin Quilts book that has an amazing number of creative patterns.  I've now added (at least) a couple dozen quilts to The List <g> and though Mary has kindly offered to loan me her copy, I obviously need <g> my own.  Marcie feels the same way, and is also going to order one for her library.