I made my trip back East for my children's spring break from college. My daughter picked me up from the airport at 10:30 pm last Saturday and it turned out that her friends and mine bailed at the last minute and it was just the two of us. We both had a marvelous time just relaxing and talking and catching up on all the wonderful things going on in her life. It was really great. A little shopping, lunch, and my homemade cooking at her request. Then I traveled back to where I used to live and stayed with my friend and we have been running around. I have managed to visit a few friends, though not as many as I would have liked. I'm still trying to connect up with my son who went to Florida for break, but should get to see him tonight and then I fly back tomorrow evening. It has been rejuvenating and tiring.
Dave has managed pretty well without me. It was tough to leave him as he was quite frail. But he had plenty to eat and work to do. My neighbors were all looking out for him so I could go. They were all very supportive and telling me I needed to go, have a break and see my kids. All true.
When I get back we will start Dave in physical therapy to help him get some of his strength back so after the 2nd transplant he will be able to 1) get through it better and 2) get his health fully recovered.
Hope all is well with you.
Best,
Lori
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Hi Lori, I was wondering where u r! I realise you told me now that you were going on the trip, but duh chemo brain. I have been watching to see you on msn and then thought I better look here as well, just to make sure you and Dave are ok. I can relax now. I am thrilled you are enjoying yourself. We have lots of catching up to do when you get back. Meanwhile continue to enjoy the break you NEEDED it so desperately my luv. Enjoy the time you have with son and bibi for now Luv DT
Lori, I so glad you decided to get away, it is so important to allow yourself to have some me time. It revitalises you and gives you a much needed rest. I hope you have a fantastic time hon.
So glad you got away, you cerainly deserved it after what you and Dave have been through. Have a lovely time with your son, and sounds like you had a great time with your daughter too which is so important....and to catch up with friends etc....hope it's done you the world of good!! I'm sure if your neigbours are looking after Dave as well as they did your dog then you won't have anything to worry about lol!! Take care of yourself hun, catch u soon in chat.
Love to Dave too,
Love Lorraine xxxxxx
p.s. I had brill news on Thursday, the velcade is working very well, the docs are very pleased that it's doing what it's supposed to be doing....so yippee!!!! Good news for a change!!!
