Welcome Heather Duncanat Heather's Wannabe Homesteadblog andCarrotCake55(I’m not able
to locate a blog for CarrotCake55; if you have a blog please let me know).
Thank you for
joining my blog, please sit back and enjoy the ride.
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I returned home
to watch over my Dad for a couple of days while my sister was out of town.
These are
pictures of a sunset from my parents back porch in Texas on Tuesday
evening.Here’s an update on my Dad’s cancer
status.Dad has completed his 2nd
chemo treatment and was scheduled to complete the third, when his Oncologist
suggested he wait one week.Chemo has a
tendency of hitting you hard, making you extremely tired, and not want to do
much of anything but sleep.The
Oncologist could see that Dad was exhausted, and all of the blood tests indicate
Dad is doing well.So the brief pause
will only help my Dad gain some well deserved rest.
Dad worked
really hard with the physical therapist while I was with him and he ate very
well for being so sick.The night before
I left my parents’ house, I said my goodbyes to my sister (who came home) and
Mom.Then I went into my parents’
bedroom and sat on the bed next to my Dad and chatted for some time. I wanted
to make sure he understood that I was so proud of how hard he worked that day
with the physical therapist, and how much I loved him, before heading out in
the morning.I tend to hit the road
early in the morning before anyone was up.
Finally, as I was driving home it started to
storm on the highway as I near the Oklahoma state line.
Glad to hear things are progressing in the right direction for your dad. I'm sure it's not easy on anyone in your family right now. Hang in there! There's alot of us out here thinking of you.
You're to sweet, thank you for your kind words. There are days it's hard but I keep trucking with a smile on my face. Thank you for being a good friend.
So glad to hear you were able to spend more precious time with your Dad. Sounds like he has a great DR that thinks of the patients quality of life as well as medically. Very fortunate in a tough situation. Keeping you in my prayers BTW, I found Heathers blog yesterday morning and wondered if she followed any on my blog roll!
Sandy, I truly hope Oklahoma has seen the last of the storms and everyone can begin picking up the pieces of their lives. It is good that your Dad is getting a much deserved brake from the treatments and he is always in my prayers.
I don't think we've seen the last of tornadoes, the weather has started to turn toward summer. Temperatures will later this week peak to high 90's.
Yes, Dad needs a break. The chemo has pretty much wiped him out. He had no strength to get himself up or walk. My sister talked with me today, not doing the chemo treatment this week he's improved in his strength and can get out of bed and his chair very well.
I'm heading back to Texas tomorrow, my sister has to fly out again. I need to write you updates soon, I promise. Thank you for being a great friend to me and my Dad.
Sounds like you had a great visit. I'm glad.
ReplyDeleteRev. Paul,
DeleteIt was a very nice visit to see my Dad. I could tell he's feeling better just by site.
Glad to hear he is doing better.
ReplyDeleteMDR,
DeleteTHanks!
Sandy,
ReplyDeleteHope your Dad continues to do well. Nutrition for a cancer patient is so very important. Glad he's eating well.
Those sunset picture are beautiful!
DFW,
DeleteThank you, I hope he continues to do well too.
Glad to hear things are progressing in the right direction for your dad. I'm sure it's not easy on anyone in your family right now. Hang in there! There's alot of us out here thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteIzzy,
DeleteYou're to sweet, thank you for your kind words. There are days it's hard but I keep trucking with a smile on my face.
Thank you for being a good friend.
So glad to hear you were able to spend more precious time with your Dad. Sounds like he has a great DR that thinks of the patients quality of life as well as medically. Very fortunate in a tough situation. Keeping you in my prayers
ReplyDeleteBTW, I found Heathers blog yesterday morning and wondered if she followed any on my blog roll!
Katie,
DeleteI love my Dad's doctor, in fact all of them from the neurosurgeon to the oncologist. They look out for the patient, no the drug companies.
Dad was very happy to see me, as I was with him.
Heather is a real neat lady, I look forward to reading more of her posts.
Sandy, I truly hope Oklahoma has seen the last of the storms and everyone can begin picking up the pieces of their lives. It is good that your Dad is getting a much deserved brake from the treatments and he is always in my prayers.
ReplyDeleteJane
Sweet Jane,
DeleteI don't think we've seen the last of tornadoes, the weather has started to turn toward summer. Temperatures will later this week peak to high 90's.
Yes, Dad needs a break. The chemo has pretty much wiped him out. He had no strength to get himself up or walk. My sister talked with me today, not doing the chemo treatment this week he's improved in his strength and can get out of bed and his chair very well.
I'm heading back to Texas tomorrow, my sister has to fly out again. I need to write you updates soon, I promise. Thank you for being a great friend to me and my Dad.
You and your family have been through so much. Praying for a bit of a respite for all!
ReplyDeleteA Girl,
DeleteHey there girl, we surely could use a break thanks
:-)
Beautiful photos! Proud of your Dad too!
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Regine,
DeleteThank you so very much!
Thanks for the welcome. I have really enjoyed reading and gleaning from your blog.
ReplyDeleteHeather,
DeleteYou're very welcome. Enjoy!