Happy Friday all,
Welcome to another day of Linda's incredible journey. The early morning eye appt yesterday was VERY well worth it. Dr. Jordon examined me and said he would send the new lens back for a refund, as my vision is 20/20 with my old glasses ... and no double or blurred vision. He was quite surprised and pleased, as you can well image were we. Actually I wasn't surprised since I've been seeing so well for about two weeks, just very pleased. Either the radiation, chemo or a combination of both has been working on "Tramp" (tumor in my right orbit). We'll find out when we go to Denver in November (poetic, hun?) whether they are able to remove it or not.
Angie and Baylee came over yesterday afternoon and really made a dent in the boxes, putting together the entertainment center. Then Jared and a friend of his came by and took a bunch to the basement, stuff we don't need right now. Hopefully by Monday all boxes will be empty and our home will be completely put together. I'm hoping to get all the crystal put away today.
My hair is now manageable. I went to Jeff yesterday and he really straightened it out. In fact, both sides are even. Bonus!
Well, that's pretty much it for today. I'm feeling marvelous, once again, and continuing to get stronger every day. Have a beautiful day and I'll be talking with you tomorrow.
Loads of Love,
L
Friday, September 30, 2011
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Short One
What a blessed morning. It's a little cool in Gillette City, and not supposed to get out of the 60's today, but then back into the 80's tomorrow so we certainly can't complain! It just doesn't seem possible that this is the end of September. Where have the last two months gone?
Check out the time. It was a great night, filled with wonderful sleep, I feel like a million bucks today. No, wait. I feel like a hundred million dollars this morning. Just as soon as I finish this I'm going to jump in the shower and get cleaned up, since we have a 7:45 eye appt. What motivated me to make such an early appt, you ask? It was the only time Dr. Jordon could see me for several weeks and I wanted to get my new lens. Since I haven't had any double vision in almost two weeks, felt it was important to see him before he put the "shield" on the right lens to correct that. Make sense? Yes, I thought so too. Brain surgery hasn't dulled my senses. :-)
We had Jami and her family to dinner last night. Fixed tater tot casserole and jello w/fruit. We also had the rest of Shauna's fabulous California slaw. Shauna, I really need to get that recipe from you. i
think I told all of you, I don't care of cole slaw as a rule, but this is fabulous!
PLEASE MAKE NOTE: Jerry and I both have new cell numbers. His is 307-670-2798 and mine is 307-696-5610. Also, in case you don't have it, our new address is 1000 Hitt Drive, Gillette, WY 82718. The old Verizon numbers will no longer be good after about 9:00 today.
Well dear friends and family, better go get cleaned up since it takes me twice as long to do anything! Have a glorious day and I'll be visiting again with you tomorrow, good Lord willing.
Love, hugs and kisses,
L
Check out the time. It was a great night, filled with wonderful sleep, I feel like a million bucks today. No, wait. I feel like a hundred million dollars this morning. Just as soon as I finish this I'm going to jump in the shower and get cleaned up, since we have a 7:45 eye appt. What motivated me to make such an early appt, you ask? It was the only time Dr. Jordon could see me for several weeks and I wanted to get my new lens. Since I haven't had any double vision in almost two weeks, felt it was important to see him before he put the "shield" on the right lens to correct that. Make sense? Yes, I thought so too. Brain surgery hasn't dulled my senses. :-)
We had Jami and her family to dinner last night. Fixed tater tot casserole and jello w/fruit. We also had the rest of Shauna's fabulous California slaw. Shauna, I really need to get that recipe from you. i
think I told all of you, I don't care of cole slaw as a rule, but this is fabulous!
PLEASE MAKE NOTE: Jerry and I both have new cell numbers. His is 307-670-2798 and mine is 307-696-5610. Also, in case you don't have it, our new address is 1000 Hitt Drive, Gillette, WY 82718. The old Verizon numbers will no longer be good after about 9:00 today.
Well dear friends and family, better go get cleaned up since it takes me twice as long to do anything! Have a glorious day and I'll be visiting again with you tomorrow, good Lord willing.
Love, hugs and kisses,
L
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Happy Hump Day
What a great day!
Bobby and Angie were here yesterday and got so much unpacked. Bobby was able to empty, I don't know how many boxes of books. He completely filled the long bookcase that had been in our family room in Colorado City and is now in our living room. It was so great to see all of my friends when I got up this morning. Then, Angie made a significant dent in all the kitchen boxes. It's all coming together. I think by the end of the week all of the boxes will be unpacked and I can start rearranging.
After paying bills this morning, I'm going to start on unloading crystal and getting the china hutches finished. That will REALLY make me feel better ... although I'm feeling pretty durn good right now.
Yesterday was an extremely busy day. I had a massage and she really worked on my left shoulder. It felt so good when I left the Salon ... and not so good last night. The muscles were a little grumpy for being manipulated, but it was worth it. We had several other appts so I was a little weary last night, but slept well. Perhaps that's the answer to a good night sleep. DO SOMETHING during the day, Linda. Oh wait. I am doing something ... I'm getting well. :-)\
Well, Jerry's up and ready to pay bills, so I'd better close. Have a beautiful Wednesday and we'll be visiting tomorrow.
Love to All,
L
Bobby and Angie were here yesterday and got so much unpacked. Bobby was able to empty, I don't know how many boxes of books. He completely filled the long bookcase that had been in our family room in Colorado City and is now in our living room. It was so great to see all of my friends when I got up this morning. Then, Angie made a significant dent in all the kitchen boxes. It's all coming together. I think by the end of the week all of the boxes will be unpacked and I can start rearranging.
After paying bills this morning, I'm going to start on unloading crystal and getting the china hutches finished. That will REALLY make me feel better ... although I'm feeling pretty durn good right now.
Yesterday was an extremely busy day. I had a massage and she really worked on my left shoulder. It felt so good when I left the Salon ... and not so good last night. The muscles were a little grumpy for being manipulated, but it was worth it. We had several other appts so I was a little weary last night, but slept well. Perhaps that's the answer to a good night sleep. DO SOMETHING during the day, Linda. Oh wait. I am doing something ... I'm getting well. :-)\
Well, Jerry's up and ready to pay bills, so I'd better close. Have a beautiful Wednesday and we'll be visiting tomorrow.
Love to All,
L
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
50th Blog
Good morning on this beautiful day!
As you can tell, I'm running a little late day. I actually tried to Blog at 4:30 this morning but wasn't able to get a connection, so I chose to empty a couple kitchen boxes and put glasses away, then went back to bed and didn't get up until about 10 minutes ago. Even though I'm not sleeping through the night (getting up 2-3 times) the sleep I'm getting is good and restful. It's helping me heal.
Misti and Bobby were here yesterday and then Bruce came up and put the china hutches back together, so this afternoon I need to get my crystal put up. We have a VERY busy morning. My new glasses are in, so we need to stop by Dr. Jordon's to pick them up, then go to DMV and the County Clerk to get new tags for the vehicles, 10:15 massage (postponed from yesterday), and meet w/financial advisor at 1:00 this afternoon. I may be ready just to nap when we get home ... although based on the way I feel right now, I'll be busy unpacking. Can ya tell? I feel fabulous!
Have to share with you. We've posted two signs on the door. One says "We believe in miracles" and the other one "Please bring only positive thoughts into our home. Thank you." So, yesterday we called the SO to have a deputy come do the VIN checks on the vehicles. It just happened to be the same deputy who was here with the EMT's last week when I had to go to ER. When Bobby answered the door he said "I'm here to do a positive VIN check." I thought that was really special of him!
It's getting late and since it takes me just a bit longer to get cleaned up than it used to, I'd best close for now. Have a phenomenal day and I'll try to visit with you a little earlier tomorrow.
Loads of Love,
L
As you can tell, I'm running a little late day. I actually tried to Blog at 4:30 this morning but wasn't able to get a connection, so I chose to empty a couple kitchen boxes and put glasses away, then went back to bed and didn't get up until about 10 minutes ago. Even though I'm not sleeping through the night (getting up 2-3 times) the sleep I'm getting is good and restful. It's helping me heal.
Misti and Bobby were here yesterday and then Bruce came up and put the china hutches back together, so this afternoon I need to get my crystal put up. We have a VERY busy morning. My new glasses are in, so we need to stop by Dr. Jordon's to pick them up, then go to DMV and the County Clerk to get new tags for the vehicles, 10:15 massage (postponed from yesterday), and meet w/financial advisor at 1:00 this afternoon. I may be ready just to nap when we get home ... although based on the way I feel right now, I'll be busy unpacking. Can ya tell? I feel fabulous!
Have to share with you. We've posted two signs on the door. One says "We believe in miracles" and the other one "Please bring only positive thoughts into our home. Thank you." So, yesterday we called the SO to have a deputy come do the VIN checks on the vehicles. It just happened to be the same deputy who was here with the EMT's last week when I had to go to ER. When Bobby answered the door he said "I'm here to do a positive VIN check." I thought that was really special of him!
It's getting late and since it takes me just a bit longer to get cleaned up than it used to, I'd best close for now. Have a phenomenal day and I'll try to visit with you a little earlier tomorrow.
Loads of Love,
L
Monday, September 26, 2011
I know it's early
Hi Everyone,
As you may surmise, it's been a long and somewhat difficult night. I've been awake every 1 1/2 - 2 hours since 7:30 with a massive headache. I'm hoping it's caused from my neck and that the massage this morning at 10:15 will take care of it. If not, guess we'll call the doc and see what he thinks. I sure hope it isn't from any of the brain tumors, but I don't think so. In fact, on a good note, the soft tissue tumors on my leg and arm seem to be shrinking, as well as the hard tumor on my breast. If they're shrinking, bet the rest of the bad boys are too. :-) I'm convinced the chemo is working and when we go to Denver in November, Dr. Lam will be amazed! I'm telling you all right now, with the help of our Heavenly Father, I plan on being her miracle patient.
Yesterday was a very productive day around the Wade house. Not for me, of course, as all I did was sit and observe. The rest of the family, however, got all of our furniture in plus probably 500 boxes filled with books, crystal, kitchenware, etc. My sister-in-law, Shauna, brought supper for everyone and we could actually have fed another 25-50 people. She fixed homemade chili, veggie soup, rolls, corn bread, and a pheomenal California coleslaw. I don't like coleslaw, but hers was wonderful.
Sitting and looking at the massive wall of boxes this mornig, I'd love to jump in and start unpacking but I won't. I know how much trouble I'd be in with everyone if I did that. They won't let me do anything except direct. Bobby is off the next three days and he and Angie have volunteered to come over and unpack for us. I know I keep repeating myself, but we are so very blessed to have such a wonderful family ... as well as wonderful friends.
Think I'll close for now and see if I can get a little more sleep. Please have a beautiful day and a wonderful week and I'll be visiting with you tomorrow.
Love and Hugs,
L
As you may surmise, it's been a long and somewhat difficult night. I've been awake every 1 1/2 - 2 hours since 7:30 with a massive headache. I'm hoping it's caused from my neck and that the massage this morning at 10:15 will take care of it. If not, guess we'll call the doc and see what he thinks. I sure hope it isn't from any of the brain tumors, but I don't think so. In fact, on a good note, the soft tissue tumors on my leg and arm seem to be shrinking, as well as the hard tumor on my breast. If they're shrinking, bet the rest of the bad boys are too. :-) I'm convinced the chemo is working and when we go to Denver in November, Dr. Lam will be amazed! I'm telling you all right now, with the help of our Heavenly Father, I plan on being her miracle patient.
Yesterday was a very productive day around the Wade house. Not for me, of course, as all I did was sit and observe. The rest of the family, however, got all of our furniture in plus probably 500 boxes filled with books, crystal, kitchenware, etc. My sister-in-law, Shauna, brought supper for everyone and we could actually have fed another 25-50 people. She fixed homemade chili, veggie soup, rolls, corn bread, and a pheomenal California coleslaw. I don't like coleslaw, but hers was wonderful.
Sitting and looking at the massive wall of boxes this mornig, I'd love to jump in and start unpacking but I won't. I know how much trouble I'd be in with everyone if I did that. They won't let me do anything except direct. Bobby is off the next three days and he and Angie have volunteered to come over and unpack for us. I know I keep repeating myself, but we are so very blessed to have such a wonderful family ... as well as wonderful friends.
Think I'll close for now and see if I can get a little more sleep. Please have a beautiful day and a wonderful week and I'll be visiting with you tomorrow.
Love and Hugs,
L
Sunday, September 25, 2011
On the 7th Day He Rested
Good morning on this, the Lord's Day,
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There probably won't be a lot of resting around the Wade house today. Tammi, Bruce and Bobby got in from Colorado City with the last loads around 11 last night, so there will be lots of activity later getting everything moved in. We are deeply in debted to our friends, Frank and Kathy Timmons, Jerry McDonald, and cousin Pat McGowan for all the help they provided to the kids in packing up Friday and Saturday. Kathy even made her famous burritos and green chili for them. Thank you so much! Wish there were more words to express our appreciation for all the help ... I just don't know what they are.
Confession time. Yesterday I was somewhat concerned because I was feeling a little ... for lack of a better word ... punky. Felt pretty weak and just not as invincible as I had been feeling. I'm sure it was due to the two previous busy days with late nights. Okay, so 10:00 is now late for me. What can I say? At any rate, today is a whole new story. I feel strong, invincible and pretty much on top of the world.
We spent yesterday morning at John and Shauna's visiting with Barb, Steve and Gail before Barb flew home. Had a marvelous breakfast! John made pancakes and Shauna served a great quiche. When John and Steve returned from the airport, they were really steamed. Seems Security decided that Barb, a 79 year-old white haired lady on oxygen, looked like a terrorist. They did the full body scan, etc. According to John, everyone at the airport was disgusted with her treatment. When I called her last night to ask why she hadn't left her turbine here, she said it was her choice. She could either give up her O2 for 10 minutes or have the scan. She chose the scan.
Steve and Gail will be leaving today; however, they are coming by for an hour or so before they head home. It's been so nice having them here and being able to talk about everything under the sun. I really appreciate them making the long trip to see us.
Well dear ones, I'm going to pack it in and go lay down for an hour or so before getting cleaned up. Have a blessed Sunday and we'll be chatting tomorrow.
Love Ya Loads,
L
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There probably won't be a lot of resting around the Wade house today. Tammi, Bruce and Bobby got in from Colorado City with the last loads around 11 last night, so there will be lots of activity later getting everything moved in. We are deeply in debted to our friends, Frank and Kathy Timmons, Jerry McDonald, and cousin Pat McGowan for all the help they provided to the kids in packing up Friday and Saturday. Kathy even made her famous burritos and green chili for them. Thank you so much! Wish there were more words to express our appreciation for all the help ... I just don't know what they are.
Confession time. Yesterday I was somewhat concerned because I was feeling a little ... for lack of a better word ... punky. Felt pretty weak and just not as invincible as I had been feeling. I'm sure it was due to the two previous busy days with late nights. Okay, so 10:00 is now late for me. What can I say? At any rate, today is a whole new story. I feel strong, invincible and pretty much on top of the world.
We spent yesterday morning at John and Shauna's visiting with Barb, Steve and Gail before Barb flew home. Had a marvelous breakfast! John made pancakes and Shauna served a great quiche. When John and Steve returned from the airport, they were really steamed. Seems Security decided that Barb, a 79 year-old white haired lady on oxygen, looked like a terrorist. They did the full body scan, etc. According to John, everyone at the airport was disgusted with her treatment. When I called her last night to ask why she hadn't left her turbine here, she said it was her choice. She could either give up her O2 for 10 minutes or have the scan. She chose the scan.
Steve and Gail will be leaving today; however, they are coming by for an hour or so before they head home. It's been so nice having them here and being able to talk about everything under the sun. I really appreciate them making the long trip to see us.
Well dear ones, I'm going to pack it in and go lay down for an hour or so before getting cleaned up. Have a blessed Sunday and we'll be chatting tomorrow.
Love Ya Loads,
L
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Another Great Day
Greetings to all this beautiful morning,
With much joy and happiness, I am reporting another wonderful day yesterday. Gail and Steve got in about the time we expected them and we spent an hour or so visiting. Then off we went to the Prime Rib where Barb treated the 7 of us to wonderful steak dinners. We had a delightful time eating, visiting, laughing, and just generally enjoying one another. Sure wish Sherry and Leo could have been with us!
Want to take time out here to thank our Heavenly Father for the safe journies Gail and Steve had, as well as watching over Bobby, Bruce, and Tammi, who arrived in Colorado City yesterday afternoon to pack the rest of our house there and bring it home tomorrow. He has been so diligent in protecting our loved ones on the road and for that we are truly and humbly greatful. God is good.
We're going to go to John and Shauna's this morning to visit (and for some of Johnny's world-famous pancakes), then John will take Barb to the airport so she can fly home to Farmington. It's been wonderful haveing her here and we're greatful she was able to spend this time with us.
After War and Peace yesterday, I think I'll wrap this up and go get a little more "shut-eye." After all, I've been up past 10 two nights in a row! Love to all and you have a phenomenal day.
L
With much joy and happiness, I am reporting another wonderful day yesterday. Gail and Steve got in about the time we expected them and we spent an hour or so visiting. Then off we went to the Prime Rib where Barb treated the 7 of us to wonderful steak dinners. We had a delightful time eating, visiting, laughing, and just generally enjoying one another. Sure wish Sherry and Leo could have been with us!
Want to take time out here to thank our Heavenly Father for the safe journies Gail and Steve had, as well as watching over Bobby, Bruce, and Tammi, who arrived in Colorado City yesterday afternoon to pack the rest of our house there and bring it home tomorrow. He has been so diligent in protecting our loved ones on the road and for that we are truly and humbly greatful. God is good.
We're going to go to John and Shauna's this morning to visit (and for some of Johnny's world-famous pancakes), then John will take Barb to the airport so she can fly home to Farmington. It's been wonderful haveing her here and we're greatful she was able to spend this time with us.
After War and Peace yesterday, I think I'll wrap this up and go get a little more "shut-eye." After all, I've been up past 10 two nights in a row! Love to all and you have a phenomenal day.
L
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