Todd, Tina, and I spent this last weekend with Mom and Dad. Tina was a doll and did lots of weeding, planting seeds in the greenhouse, and helping in the kitchen. Todd and I raked up pine needles, mowed the grass, and helped with some cleaning. We all enjoyed walks together and came away encouraged by some good signs.
Dad is having no more pain caused by the cancer (awesome!), and although he his energy is sapped by the healing process, he felt well enough to go to town with Mom yesterday. He is resting quite a bit each day, but is keeping up with his walking. He has lost a few pounds due partially to nausea (an expected result of the detox regime he is on) but mostly to the change in his diet. His color is improving and he is in good spirits.
After working hard on Sunday morning and afternoon, we all enjoyed some cranberry juice on the porch in the sun. All you can really do is live one day at a time, and that was a good day.
May the good signs continue…
Cherilyn
The lesson for all of us is to live each day at a time. I am so glad that he is doing well enough to get out for walks and enjoy the improved weather. So glad that you kids are able to be there as well. It's a rough road, but can be a rewarding road if you can let it :) Love and hugs
ReplyDeleteIt was good to visit briefly with Leland this afternoon, and more "in depth" with Eileen. We're praying for you both every day... may the Lord give you strength... just for today. Love you guys.
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