FizzyLizzy

My cousin, Nancy, passed away two weeks ago today. It was sudden and surprising. The cause might probably be best, but imperfectly, described as an acetaminophen (Tylenol) overdose. She had been taking two medications--one prescription and one over-the-counter--which unbeknownst to her were putting too much acetaminophen into her system. It had damaged her kidneys and liver beyond repair. They were trying to stabilize her to receive a liver transplant, but she didn't make it. Nancy was one of the most positive people I have ever known. She was an accomplished figure skater in her youth, and as a member of a precision skating team, performed in the opening ceremonies of the 1980 Olympics in Lake Placid. She most recently had been managing the Braemar Ice Arena and also worked in the Guthrie Theater gift shop. Every time Mr. FL & I were at the theater, I would look up her name in the program. It's still hard to believe. She was 42.

Yesterday's phenology: Ice out on Lake Nokomis (80% covered with ice the day before); Northern Shovelers, Wood Ducks, and possible loon (winter coloring?) sightings along with Mallards, Canada Geese, and Gulls.