Ed's appointment

Ed's CT scan showed changes since the previous one. The doctor suggested a round of chemo called xeloda which is a pill form. She thought maybe Ed's system could tolerate this form better even though the side effects are basically the same. She said that if Ed opted not to go the chemo route, she could take his case to the tumor board to see if they would approve other treatment for the liver. She said that she did not advise this as the liver would be the only thing treated, as with chemo his whole system would be treated. She said it was a slow growing cancer so Ed is to let her know his decision. She gave us her email address and her pager number which was very thoughtful. So for now the ball is in Ed's court. I pray that he makes a decision soon as limbo is not a comfortable place to be. I'm trying not to pressure him (I have to live with him) but that doesn't mean others can't, if they so desire.

Dad's closet

Tonight, Margaret and I did spring cleaning in Dad's closet. We threw out every piece of clothes that didn't look pretty new. We left approximately 30 short sleeved and 25 long sleeved shirts. We left at least 6 coats. He has 2 nice outer vest and several sweaters. He has probably 8 flannel shirts. We found 2 robes and 1 pair of PJ's that he didn't know he had. So if you were thinking of getting him clothes for Father's Day, think again! Maybe handkerchiefs or undies would be OK????
Or maybe everyday pants - 34 waist (with elastic) or 36. 30 Length. Dad's good for clothes until 2020!

Dad

Dad went back to Dr. Hasket yesterday and got a good report. Both times that we've visited Dr. Hasket, he's alluded to how lucky Dad is to have survived pancreatitis. So I surmised that at Dad's age, it could have very well took him away from us. In April, Dad weighed 147, when he left the hospital - 144, two weeks ago - 140, and yesterday - 148. So his family must be doing a good job feeding him! We went out to eat after his appt., road around the county and looked at the crops, visited Amy Asbell and Christie Ervin. We had a nice afternoon. He sees Dr. Smith, the cardiologist on June 16, goes back to see Dr. Hasket Aug. 6, and doesn't see Dr. Davis until time to remove the gall bladder. I think Dr Smith decides when Dad's heart is ready to remove gall bladder. So far every doctor has given him a good report.

More important news! Rick and I are going to be parents! One of our hens is setting on eggs and should be hatching within the week (I think). I got a text from Amber requesting 3 chicks for her birthday yesterday. Wish us luck and look for a ribbon on our mailbox!

ANOTHER BIRTHDAY - AMBER ELIZABETH

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO AMBER ELIZABETH ON THURSDAY, JUNE 4.

When I visited Dad and Joan on Wednesday night, I took my laptop and showed them the videos of Savanah and Ridge. They both enjoyed seeing the them.

Happy Birthdays & Father's Dad

Happy Birthday to the following: Today - Amber Belvin Tomorrow - Cathy Isom and Richard Stallings.

Bertha, Gene and I will plan to be there on the 21st for Father's Dad. I'll help you some. Will let you know more as the time gets closer.

Bertha, I have a question. As Dad and Joan does not seem to follow low fat diet except when we do meals, do you think it would be better if they had lunch delivered? It may not be low fat, but maybe have more noutrician (sp) than some of the things they have on their own.

We continue to keep Ed and Joyce in prayer. I think everyone knows, but he will be having a scan on Wednesday.

We enjoyed having Chris' family here this weekend. It was short, but we packed a lot into it.
Walked to get yugart on Friday night. On Saturday we went to pool -had lunch there, went to movie and then out to Japanese steak house for dinner. Then stopped to get ice cream on the way home.

We actually cooked breakfast at home today. After Gene and Michelle walked the dog, we all walked to 7-11 and got a Slurpee. They do not have 7-11 where they live, so always wants to get one while here. We just don't see our grandchildren as often as we'd like so we took full advantage of having them this weekend.

Father's Day

Dad's looking better and getting stronger. He's now walking w/out the assistance of a cane. I'm still concerned over the lack of mealtime planning on their part. They had can spaghetti with turkey sausage in it for lunch today???
Speaking of Dad, you're all invited to a cookout on Father's Day @ my house. We'll fire up the grill around 4:00 and hopefully eat around 5pm. We'll get the hamburgers, hotdogs, a few chicken breast, rolls, drinks and condiments. You call all bring a side dish or a dessert, please. If the weather's not too hot or rainy, we'll plan to eat outside.

Please RSVP by Wednesday, June 17. Dad has already said he'll be here if possible.