In case you haven't noticed, I've had a week off from nearly everything (except chemo of course!). The reason that I haven't posted any blogs is because I thought that the Inspiration posting and the Who Are You postings needed a little time. They were just so cool that I wanted to keep them at the top of the list for a while.
Also, we spent the week at Silver Strand State Beach. We did some motor home camping with Robin's parents. It was great. One one side of the campground is the beach and the other side is the harbor. The beach provides the usual beach entertainment (boogie boarding, sand, surf, etc.) and the harbor side is very calm water (great for Erica to swim in). Erica learned to boogie board and has become quite the shell collector. She also has a knack for "rescuing" live sand dollars ("Daddy, I'm rescuing them!"). We just arrived back in beautiful Riverside about 3 hours ago.
As for this week, I have quite a schedule. Monday is a work day for me. I'm happy about that. I really enjoy my job. I also have Angels tickets for Monday's evening game courtesy of Sam and Mona. Thank you Sam and Mona (and Cindy too)! I can't wait to go. They're great seats. On Tuesday I have a full day of chemo (8ish to 2ish). Wednesday I'll be tired. Thursday is a Genetics appointment and a CAT scan in the morning, followed by a visit back to Kaiser to remove my portable chemo pump. The Genetics appointment is a follow up from a previous appointment. We're hoping to hear that it's not possible for Erica to inherit cancer problems from me (to the extent of modern medical knowledge). The CAT scan is to hopefully "see" my cancer so that we can tell whether or not chemo is working. If we can't see anything, then I will schedule a laparoscopic surgery to let my surgeon peek inside and see how it's going. I'd prefer the scan. Friday is the 4th and I'll be tired from the week.
Have a good week,
Tim
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Tim, it is so good to read that you are doing so well. You are an inspiration to all of us! I am so glad that you have been able to enjoy camping with your family. I am sure it is relaxing and healing for all of you.
I think that Erica will cherish all of these memories. I know that as a kid, I cherished all the time that we spent doing things with my mom (Marcia) as we never really were told, but "sensed" how serious her illness was. And look at her now! We pray for successful healing for you as you fight this disease. We will continue to keep you, Robin and Erica in our prayers. Debbie P., Ontario,CA
Tim, it sounds like to guys at a wonderful time at the beach. We are happy you were able to go, and it sounds like you were all in the most perfect spot. It is great fun to camp at the beach, we did alot of camping when your cousins were small. We are praying that the cat-scan does show the cancer, and that is also shows it is shirking. We need "it" to pack "it's" bags and move out. Good to see you back on the blog. We will say an extra prayer about the cat scan. Talk to you soon LOve ,Aunt Sue and Uncle Frank
Well it was good seeing you guys and everyone looked relaxed, We had fun with Erica today and the boys want the dog door in soon so they can have more time with Erica even if someone else has to install it,hope things go good with the scan so they don't have to poke your numb tummy and make it more numb. Well say a pray for you that all goes well and your week is defiently busy, but make sure you find some time for a little catnap,(schedule it on the iphone.lol) Well we all love you read from you soon, Love Samantha
David & Sally Tashman Arizona friends of your parents. We keep informed of your progress reading this instead of bothering your dad. You have unbelievable courage and strength.
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