It was two years ago this week that Dwayne had the MRI that landed him in the ICU at our local hospital. We had no way of knowing what our life would be like two months from then, let alone two years.
Many of you have followed and been a part of this journey. We have appreciated your prayers, kindness and practical help. We would not have made it through without you!!
Dwayne is going through a job search workshop that Edison is providing for the retirees. He has enjoyed the classes and has one more week to go. He has found them to be beneficial, especially for someone who has not looked for a job in nearly 30 years.
The biggest news is that the local oncologist and the UCLA neuro-oncologist both agreed that he had enough chemo, he has done more than anyone else in the study. Some people only did 2-8 rounds after radiation. Dwayne had 19! We had expected the chemo to go through July. But he is done! So, we'll see how his strength and endurance does as the drugs get out of his system. He will continue to have MRIs every three months and do a follow up visit with the local doctor at that time.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Sunday, January 20, 2013
It's been awhile....
It seems like the past couple of months have flown by. Let's see if I can catch you up a bit.
Dwayne's retirement did come through and he was 'officially' retired the end of November. We think all the paperwork is finally done. He has been doing some 'honey dos' around the house, that have needed to get done. His stamina is getting better. He also has been enjoying reading. Something he has not be able to do for the past couple of years. He said it is nice to read a book and be able to remember what you read the day before! He will start looking for something part time in the next month. Edison has a couple of agencies who place former employees, so he will be looking into that.
We were able to get up to northern California for Christmas. That was a special time. Big THANK YOU to my sister Kerri for hosting all of us! Some of the relatives had not been together in about seven years. It was great.
The school year is going well. So glad to be teaching with Shannon again this year. We have a great class! It's hard to believe that the school year is nearly half over. We began parent/teacher conferences last week and will finish them up this week.
Some of you are aware of what has gone on the past week in the family. Last week, Jared was having some health issues that landed him in the ER in Monterey. After some tests, he was found to have a hiatal hernia and some other stomach issues. God provided for him to get back to southern California on Wednesday. Not the best week for us to travel, since Dwayne was doing his chemo week. Round 18 is now completed. Hopefully, only 6 more to go!
Jared will have follow up visits with a GI doctor and an ENT on Tuesday. We are not sure if this is related to the drug trial he's been undergoing. The oncologist at UCLA doesn't think so, but we'll see. Please pray for wisdom in dealing with this. We feel for the time being it is best to bring him back down to San Clemente. He needs to be careful of his diet, rest, etc. for awhile. Dwayne and Nathan will go back to Monterey to get his things in a week or so. Jared has had wonderful landlords who have kept a good eye on him. We are grateful to them.
Never dull here......
Dwayne's retirement did come through and he was 'officially' retired the end of November. We think all the paperwork is finally done. He has been doing some 'honey dos' around the house, that have needed to get done. His stamina is getting better. He also has been enjoying reading. Something he has not be able to do for the past couple of years. He said it is nice to read a book and be able to remember what you read the day before! He will start looking for something part time in the next month. Edison has a couple of agencies who place former employees, so he will be looking into that.
We were able to get up to northern California for Christmas. That was a special time. Big THANK YOU to my sister Kerri for hosting all of us! Some of the relatives had not been together in about seven years. It was great.
The school year is going well. So glad to be teaching with Shannon again this year. We have a great class! It's hard to believe that the school year is nearly half over. We began parent/teacher conferences last week and will finish them up this week.
Some of you are aware of what has gone on the past week in the family. Last week, Jared was having some health issues that landed him in the ER in Monterey. After some tests, he was found to have a hiatal hernia and some other stomach issues. God provided for him to get back to southern California on Wednesday. Not the best week for us to travel, since Dwayne was doing his chemo week. Round 18 is now completed. Hopefully, only 6 more to go!
Jared will have follow up visits with a GI doctor and an ENT on Tuesday. We are not sure if this is related to the drug trial he's been undergoing. The oncologist at UCLA doesn't think so, but we'll see. Please pray for wisdom in dealing with this. We feel for the time being it is best to bring him back down to San Clemente. He needs to be careful of his diet, rest, etc. for awhile. Dwayne and Nathan will go back to Monterey to get his things in a week or so. Jared has had wonderful landlords who have kept a good eye on him. We are grateful to them.
Never dull here......
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