Catherine-Ann / Pure-Grace
Dec. 5, 2022
DEC. 7th STILL STRUGGLING TO KEEP YOU UPDATED ! 12.07.22
So, here's today. We had a long meeting with the social worker who asked Larry great questions about how he's feeling/thinking about his current situation & what he thinks about that keeps in in a 'blue' mood. She is a geat listener & acknowledged all that he shared. Tomorrow, he goes to RCH to have his feeding tube surgically removed from his abdomen. Requisitions have been made for Larry to go to St. Paul's skin alergy clinic as well as an opthamologist to asss the extent of his visual impairment. I got to see Larry walk up & down stairs today. A new 'thing' that I really enjoy, is that I hold Larry's walker steady as he stands up to it in order to transfer to or from the wheelchair to the bed. Because I'm right in front of him, when he stantds tall, we are face to face & it always means a kiss, and even a smile from Larry, especially if staff see us & make a cute comment. (That's why the kissing horses pic.)
For this blog entry, & had to steel space from a previous entry. All sorts of problems since the 'new' website format & continually saying "We are experiencing difficulty..." I sure hope this worked out today! God bless you. Thank you for your continued love & support. We appreciate your prayers.
Dec. 3, 2022
We are so grateful for all the support, love & prayers that sustained & carried us through to this day.
Dec. 1, 2022
Larry is encouraged as he realizes good results from his efforts.
Nov. 29, 2022
Knees up Mother Brown!
Nov. 27, 2022
We saw many champions today on our walk-about!
Nov. 25, 2022
Larry is so excited & encouraged by the opportunity that's been given him for his rehabilitation.
Nov. 23, 2022
From confusion yesterday, to signing on the dotted line today.
Nov. 21, 2022
Larry began his career as a therapist at age 25!
Nov. 19, 2022
Another pretty good day today!
Nov. 17, 2022
I would describe today in many ways as a day of people helping people, helping people!
Nov. 15, 2022
3 surprise visitors today!
Nov. 13, 2022
No umph today!
Nov. 11, 2022
Thank you for helping Larry carry the weight of his challenges up the mountain he has to climb.
Nov. 9, 2022
Hello!
Nov. 7, 2022
"If you change your mind, I'm the first in line"
Nov. 5, 2022
"You've got to get your muscle mass back & it won't happen in bed."
Nov. 3, 2022
Oh, maybe one more thing!
Nov. 1, 2022
We are so grateful for this inspiring, exhilarating day of hope.
Oct. 29, 2022
Larry very happy to take those steps.
Oct. 27, 2022
Seeing light through the rain & darkness.
Oct. 25, 2022
From the window, we enjoyed watching very happy dogs playing in the park together.
Oct. 23, 2022
These 2 sparrows brought cheer to a challenging day!
Oct. 21, 2022
Larry sang me a love song, in his crackliest, loudest voice!
Oct. 19, 2022
Peace begins with me!
Oct. 17, 2022
A year ago, we were thrilled to witness cranberry harvesting!
Oct. 15, 2022
Thanks to the 2 perky staff who convinced Larry to play!
Oct. 13, 2022
This little guy kept me company at lunch today!
Oct. 11, 2022
Grateful to have eyes to see the blessings that come each day.
Oct. 9, 2022
Larry has moved from a room with 3 women to one with 3 men.
Oct. 7, 2022
Larry was a champion for us last year & more than ever, now!
Oct. 5, 2022
Larry * The Patient Patient!
Oct. 3, 2022
The nurse that was taking care of Larry, got him all cozy with the warm blanket out of the oven.
Oct. 1, 2022
Good-bye September!
Sep. 29, 2022
I ate my lunch on a bench, looking at the Fraser, from where Larry & I would often galivant.
Sep. 27, 2022
I am so grateful for how well Larry was cared for today!
Sep. 25, 2022
From Surrey back to New Westminster!
Sep. 23, 2022
Larry needs an abundance of grace to lift him out from the dark cloud he's under.
Sep. 21, 2022
SO MANY GOOD THINGS TODAY!
Sep. 19, 2022
I didn't cry over spilled soup; I just saw my reflection in it!
Sep. 17, 2022
Fighting all day for Larry's sake!
Sep. 14, 2022
Surgery went well!
Sep. 13, 2022
Mostly sleep today with a few winks!
Sep. 11, 2022
Always changing, for the good & not so good.
Sep. 9, 2022
Larry's working hard, to work hard!
Sep. 6, 2022
A very different day today.
Sep. 5, 2022
This dramatic sunset last evening represents the last 24 hours with Larry.
Sep. 3, 2022
Every patient needs needs to have an advocate, or two!
Sep. 1, 2022
Trying hard to see the light that hope offers, even though it was hard to see today!
Aug. 30, 2022
Welcome to day 60, since Larry 1st suffered a stroke.
Aug. 27, 2022
Larry, suprised & happy to see them.
Aug. 26, 2022
Thursday, August 25, 2022 7:37 PMHello, thank you for checking in! Well, at 4:00 this afternoon, I sure would not have thought the headline on
Aug. 24, 2022
Thank you to all who donate their blood to help others in need.
Aug. 21, 2022
We rejoice in the good days & plough through the rough ones.
Aug. 20, 2022
Larry's nurse (on from 7:00 am to 1:00 am) cares so much for Larry and for me.
Aug. 18, 2022
I heard these words from the time I woke up at 5:30 a.m. today.
Aug. 17, 2022
No I'm not saying a 'bad' word, today was all about Larry's blood
Aug. 15, 2022
God bless you. God bless every medical staff member who is doing their best in a horribly challenging time.
Aug. 13, 2022
Larry's stroke on July 1st was preceded by 3 days of escalating headache pain.
Aug. 11, 2022
I'm happy that there was something refreshing to report after a day of little to no response from Larry.
Aug. 9, 2022
Why do I start my videos with, "This is the day..."
Aug. 7, 2022
Saturday, August 6, 2022 6:51 PM
Aug. 6, 2022
SIMILAR TODAY AS 6 DAYS POST OP AT RCH ICU
Aug. 4, 2022
Looking forward to more improvement tomorrow.
Aug. 3, 2022
Helping nurses 'get to know' who they are caring for!
Aug. 1, 2022
I tell Larry each day about each act of kindness toward me.
Jul. 30, 2022
I very much feel your support & love and share that with Larry every day!
Jul. 28, 2022
The gift of several uninterrupted hours, alone with Larry.
Jul. 26, 2022
Every fiber of Larry's being, 'Body & Soul' is engaged in his courageous fight for life.
Jul. 24, 2022
Larry looks more peaceful today, even with so much happening to him.
Jul. 23, 2022
Monday, will be full speed ahead with daily (week days) therapies.
Jul. 21, 2022
From 11:00 to 5:30 Larry hardly coughed at all. So much more rested!
Jul. 20, 2022
Sometimes a kiss can make it a little better!
Jul. 18, 2022
Photo from Larry's room. I caught a shot of our son Jason walking on the sidewalk toward his car.
Jul. 16, 2022
Friday, July 15, 2022
Jul. 14, 2022
HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Jul. 12, 2022
The picture above (except for the neck brace and adding a few more tubes) is very much Larry today.
Jul. 10, 2022
He's doing most of the work on his own and it's very hard work
Jul. 9, 2022
Thank you for your generous concern, support & love!
Jul. 6, 2022
4 stokes & surgery since July 1
Jul. 2, 2022
Thank you for prayers! I'll keep you posted.
Jun. 27, 2022
This brave little soldier is my hero!
Jun. 15, 2022
I'm adjusting what I want to do, to be in line with what I 'can' do. Likewise for you, I'm sure!
May. 30, 2022
We met in August ‘69. He was a 'hunk-a-saurus'. I was 21, he was 24 when we got married in '72!
May. 16, 2022
That's what I try to do! It's not to fool anyone, it's to help me try to not give in to sadness/depression!
Apr. 29, 2022
Checking in to say 'Thank you & God bless you, for your loving support!'
Apr. 24, 2022
God, help me to help myself!
Apr. 16, 2022
Here is an update from this week for little 3 yr. old Grace, from her mom.
Apr. 13, 2022
The Bowen family number has increased by 2 today.
Apr. 5, 2022
Our 4 days together, play over & over in my head, keeping a smile in my heart.
Mar. 26, 2022
It's seventy-one, that I am now! I used to think that was old age, but I've changed my mind.
Mar. 16, 2022
Yesterday was a great day. Dear sweet Emily came over for a baking visit. It felt so good and so 'normal.
Mar. 7, 2022
Happy 19th Birthday Abby, we thank God for the gift you are to us!
Feb. 27, 2022
We've been taking a trip down memory lane.
Feb. 7, 2022
IT'S O.K., MOST OF MY MARBLES ARE ACCOUNTED FOR
Jan. 26, 2022
Though the quality is poor, the photo brilliantly stirs up so much love & joy that a young Mom experiences with her little darlings!
Jan. 17, 2022
Sharing with you our lovely distraction from the loneliness Covid isolation tries to offer us.
Jan. 8, 2022
Checking in at the end of the first week of 2022! And good news for Gracie!
Dec. 29, 2021
Our beautiful niece Anna is a registered nurse, who has sacrificed a great deal of her life for Covid 19 patients over the past two years.
Dec. 18, 2021
Thank you for being part of the 'village' it takes to raise this child!
Dec. 15, 2021
To 'Bite one's lip!" is an idiom for: 'Forcing yourself not to express the negative emotions you're feeling. '
Dec. 4, 2021
Wow, this is such a special & normal thing to do, erasing the sadness of Covid & cancer for the one hour visit.
Nov. 30, 2021
Becoming more accustomed to the new road this journey is taking us on.
Nov. 19, 2021
Isn't the word 'wonderful' an excellent word to hear from your doctor!
Nov. 8, 2021
Wrapped in love: my Mom's shawl, dear friend Diane's hat, with Larry fixing the heat pad around my shoulders.
Oct. 29, 2021
She gave us so many beautiful memories of sheer delight!
Oct. 20, 2021
People ask "What's it like this time?" So, these are the facts!
Oct. 16, 2021
If you've read at least 2 or 3 of my blogs, you may have given your head a shake, trying to follow the 'bouncing ball'.
Oct. 8, 2021
Doing pretty well the morning after the day before!
Oct. 3, 2021
Little did I know when we woke up Friday, what a wonderful gift God had in store for us!
Sep. 30, 2021
About my day today, including latest doctor's call (all good)!
Sep. 22, 2021
Focusing on today, for 'now', before the last (chemo) hill to climb again in 2 weeks. 'CARPE DIUM'
Sep. 9, 2021
Trying to keep one foot in front of the other on the 'camino' of my pilgrimage! CARPE DIUM!
Aug. 31, 2021
I choose to make the best of this day, pushing through 'stuff' in my road...there is so much beyond it!
Aug. 26, 2021
I am filled with joy and hope when anyone expresses gratitude, because it’s a wonderful sign that healing is taking place
Aug. 12, 2021
So, this is where you either say “Oh, oh, she’s lost it!” or “Wow, that’s incredible!” or… something in between
Jul. 30, 2021
Each session is getting easier! This week, in and out in 20 minutes!
Jul. 22, 2021
For the first time, a hummingbird came to the flowers on our balcony, yesterday!
Jul. 10, 2021
Well, the radiation has begun. Thursday & Friday this past week. (Not me in the picture.)
Jul. 3, 2021
I hope you're finding joy in the gifts that come your way. 'Taking time to smell the roses! or Listen to the birds chirp!'
Jun. 19, 2021
I could actually say that, 'TODAY, THE DARKNESS CAME OUT' of my last week, since chemo.
Jun. 13, 2021
POST CHEMO - Going pretty well, just tired. These words from St. Patrick's day, give me strength & peace today, because they are truer than ever, thanks to you!
May. 30, 2021
It's all good now!
May. 20, 2021
Thank you for your loving accompaniment in spirit, for today's chemo
May. 13, 2021
I am so happy to write this entry, because it's 'over the moon' happy days!
May. 8, 2021
Wasn't going to post anything today, but just couldn't help it!
May. 4, 2021
Still trying to get things figured out for a balance of 'drugs' that will serve me best.
Apr. 30, 2021
Friday, April 30, 2021 2:06 AM After not yet having been scheduled for a Chemo date, I got a surprise call on Wednesday, at 3:30, asking me to co...
Apr. 21, 2021
I am grateful for the kindness of others who brighten my day...especially after the dark day, yesterday!
Apr. 9, 2021
Today was the long awaited visit with the Oncologist re: Chemo therapy!
Apr. 7, 2021
The beautiful camellia photo above was taken in my sister's garden yesterday!
Mar. 26, 2021
A blessed life I've had. Not all good, but good has come out of what was not!
Mar. 18, 2021
I am gifted with these things through your love, good wishes, kindness, prayers & support!
Mar. 8, 2021
Larry reviewed this account of the past 2 days & said "Go ahead!" We're hoping our raw reality might help others who struggle as we did.
Mar. 3, 2021
So here I am, talking to you as a loved one who has just called me on the phone saying "How did it go!"
Feb. 26, 2021
My day of giggles, dotted with lovely (time-outs) of reflection.
Feb. 23, 2021
Know that you are a big part of the reason we are doing so well on this journey, understanding how loved we are and carried by the grace you contribute to.
Feb. 15, 2021
Thanks to the pandemic, for the treasured opportunity of visiting (virtually) with Aunts & Cousins from around the world.
Feb. 13, 2021
Today was a day that I just couldn't rise from the darkness.
Feb. 4, 2021
We went from one gift to another, and another today!
Jan. 27, 2021
I'm grateful for the light of loving kindness others bring to my day.
Jan. 20, 2021
JAN. 19th - Together we got the news about moving forward.
Dec. 4, 2022
Trying to figure ourselves out... each & together!
Dec. 2, 2022
St. Raphael Archangel please pray for healing!
Nov. 30, 2022
Haven't felt 'cozy' for a long time! Loving the snowfall tonight!
Nov. 28, 2022
Comfort over beauty, for sure!
Nov. 26, 2022
Larry's looking forward to having a doctor on Monday that he worked with at GF Strong!
Nov. 24, 2022
Much of Larry's peace & confidence come from knowing how loved he is by so many.
Nov. 22, 2022
Larry is definitely in 'Let's do this!' mode.
Nov. 20, 2022
No therapies today!
Nov. 18, 2022
The sky is not falling!
Nov. 16, 2022
Larry & I shared about how much we have endured for & with each other through my cancer journey last year and now his stroke!
Nov. 14, 2022
A very new kind of enthusiasm, which made a huge difference. I thanked Larry so much for giving this day his all!
Nov. 12, 2022
INDOMINABLE: impossible to subdue or defeat.
Nov. 10, 2022
Welcome to Larry's blue-ribbon day!
Nov. 8, 2022
Larry's mood will significantly improve over the next couple of weeks.
Nov. 6, 2022
This 5:30 sky today, will be a 4:30 sky tomorrow afternoon.
Nov. 4, 2022
DAY 2 OF EATING = BREAKFAST, LUNCH & SUPPER
Nov. 2, 2022
I've seen a very new, but very familiar Larry over the last couple of days.
Oct. 31, 2022
It wasn't 10, but 5 steps that Larry took. The big deal is that he took steps for the 1st time.
Oct. 28, 2022
Thursday, October 27, 2022
Oct. 26, 2022
So grateful for the huge difference that the hearing aids made to Larry's communication.
Oct. 24, 2022
The clouds of yesterday, lifted today.
Oct. 22, 2022
Hoping for time in his wheelchair tomorrow!
Oct. 20, 2022
The sky above, at 5:15 pm, is what Larry sees from his bed.
Oct. 18, 2022
Larry wheeled his new Cadillac wheelchair down the hall & back!
Oct. 16, 2022
Praying for the courage to hope!
Oct. 14, 2022
Nothing can come close to describing what Larry is going through.
Oct. 12, 2022
When Larry was asked to do 10 reps, he'd do 11
Oct. 10, 2022
Sometimes one hour & often one minute at a time, in ICU.
Oct. 8, 2022
Friday, October 7, 2022
Oct. 6, 2022
Expecting a busy day of therapy tomorrow!
Oct. 4, 2022
This photo definitely does not represent the animated Uncle Larry with Abby today!
Oct. 2, 2022
Photo of forest fire on my way home, near where we used to live!
Sep. 30, 2022
TWO Updates today...
Sep. 28, 2022
An encounter with this sweet little bird... always soothing to my heart!
Sep. 26, 2022
A lot of love & joy today with a bump in the road!
Sep. 24, 2022
For a while, I've been saying that Larry hasn't left the starting gate. But now he has!
Sep. 22, 2022
Larry's asked the therapists for more! "Your wish is our command!"
Sep. 20, 2022
Day 80 for Larry in hospital! Larry sat in on the meeting too!
Sep. 18, 2022
A much appreciated, more optimistic day today!
Sep. 16, 2022
Larry is giving 200%.
Sep. 14, 2022
A day filled with procedures, consults, therapy & visitors.
Sep. 11, 2022
The gift of enjoying life around us!
Sep. 9, 2022
Blessings!
Sep. 7, 2022
Something new each day.!
Sep. 6, 2022
When this hummingbird visited me while eating breakfast, it lifted my heart in a special way
Sep. 3, 2022
Just the 2 of us
Sep. 2, 2022
Welcoming good news first thing.
Aug. 30, 2022
Hello, thanks for joining us.
Aug. 29, 2022
Today was different, with quite a mix of tuff & tender moments.
Aug. 27, 2022
I have to learn a new way of addressing & helping him with what is a very foreign way of him handling what is impossible for me to imagine.
Aug. 25, 2022
Larry had a date today with his physio, in the therapy room.
Aug. 23, 2022
Every time I think 'this nurse' is the best yet, along comes another gem!
Aug. 21, 2022
When Linda showed Larry the heart card from Abby, we were so excited when he reached for it & held it in his hand.
Aug. 19, 2022
The best part of today, was seeing 'Great' Uncle Larry open his eyes & 'drink in' sweet Rue!
Aug. 17, 2022
Super quiet day!
Aug. 16, 2022
Larry's room change & closer monitoring made for a busy day.
Aug. 14, 2022
Larry is being moved to the Neurology Unit at 8:00 tonight
Aug. 12, 2022
Old proverb: Without information to the contrary you can assume that all is well.
Aug. 10, 2022
Bee in the garden! Finding comfort in little things!
Aug. 8, 2022
The sunflower seeds I planted 10 weeks ago, showed no sign of life for quite a while...
Aug. 6, 2022
My 9 month follow-up appointment with my medical oncologist.
Aug. 5, 2022
Thank you for your heart & your shoulder!
Aug. 3, 2022
I've learned not to waste my suffering!
Aug. 2, 2022
Looking at him, he is still so handsome and looks strong.
Jul. 31, 2022
Giving each new caregiver (every day) Larry's history, both since July 1st and his past.
Jul. 29, 2022
My heart is so full, thank you for helping fill it!
Jul. 27, 2022
A day today with lots of hands-on care for Larry. ICU Doctor & nurses are being very thorough!
Jul. 25, 2022
STRICT VISITATION RULES DUE TO SPIKED COVID #s IN HOSPITAL
Jul. 23, 2022
Larry is back in Critical care for pneumonia, dangerously low blood pressure, brain bleed & now his kidneys.
Jul. 22, 2022
I suppose that we should expect Larry's recovery to possibly have this rhythm.
Jul. 20, 2022
Gracie helped me so much during my lowest point in chemo/radiation therapy last year.
Jul. 19, 2022
Surprise visit from Uncle Larry's 'buddy' Abby. They bring out the best of silly in each other, on our 'dates' together.
Jul. 17, 2022
Hopefully Larry can relax in his dreams, like drifting in his belly-boat!
Jul. 15, 2022
Larry took this photo of a heron in the Fraser River.
Jul. 13, 2022
What a difference intensive prayer made, after so many concerns over how little or how slow Larry's progress is!
Jul. 11, 2022
Not quite at base-camp, of the tallest mountain climb.
Jul. 9, 2022
Carpe Dium!
Jul. 8, 2022
Updating once a day via this blog helps me to let go of any stress, fear & sadness. Thank you for caring so much. Larry knows how very loved he is by you.
Jul. 3, 2022
Lots of tests and a few more to come.
Jun. 30, 2022
The gift of today was beyond imaginining!
Jun. 22, 2022
The light at the end of the tunnel is definitely getting brighter, although its not full speed ahead! (The narrow gate photo was spring 2021)
Jun. 4, 2022
I just want to get back to being 'reasonably' healthy & strong again. Ongoing celebrations of our 50th has been such a gift!
May. 21, 2022
Update on little Elena and my 3 month follow-up appointment
May. 12, 2022
More babies to pray for!
Apr. 26, 2022
UPDATE ON 3 YR. OLD GRACE FROM HER MOM
Apr. 21, 2022
Finn, happy to be sandwiched between his (5th) cousins, twins Emery & Chloe!
Apr. 15, 2022
Lent has come to an end today, with Holy Thursday, beginning the Triduum - Christ’s Passion, Death and Resurrection.
Apr. 10, 2022
Encountering a whole range of experiences through many generations this week.
Apr. 1, 2022
HAPPY TO SHARE MY WONDERFUL FAMILY EXPERIENCE WITH YOU!
Mar. 20, 2022
Now we can see her face. The previous pics only represented a child undergoing chemo.
Mar. 15, 2022
Thank goodness Covid isn't ruling the day and we can enjoy some freedom, to enjoy one another.
Mar. 4, 2022
Grace is about to begin a very difficult regime of chemotherapy.
Feb. 20, 2022
THANKS TO YOU
Feb. 1, 2022
The joy I received, I could not have imagined.
Jan. 21, 2022
" How do I love thee? Let me count the ways! 1, 2, 3, 4 . . . 1,000,000
Jan. 12, 2022
This is not something I ever thought I'd be chatting about, blog-wise! But I want to share today's gift with you!
Jan. 1, 2022
Sharing what came to mind this morning re: the year that seems not so long, but fully packed
Dec. 24, 2021
Making the most of what we can! Whatever we give, fills our hearts to overflowing, in return!
Dec. 17, 2021
Just a quick check-in, so you know I'm doing better, following my last rough report.
Dec. 11, 2021
Although we have not met little Gracie, this sweet child, suffering with leukemia, holds a special place in our hearts and prayers.
Dec. 3, 2021
Grace going through leukemia and all that it means for this precious little one, moves me to do my best to do my best.
Nov. 25, 2021
What seemed like ‘smooth sailing’ emotionally, through the 6 months of chemo & radiation therapies, has now met a storm at sea.
Nov. 14, 2021
Great photo hunting day today, finding pics to celebrate our niece's birthday!
Nov. 1, 2021
Beautiful Butchard Gardens Fountain! Not sure we'll visit this time!
Oct. 20, 2021
I looked up Chemo Moon Face last night, not knowing that tonight, the moon is indeed full!
Oct. 17, 2021
The gift of grace I received came from 3 year old Grace, fighting leukemia.
Oct. 11, 2021
I'm doing great. Just the tired & weak, as usual, for the day's following chemo.
Oct. 4, 2021
We didn't take a selfie today, so what this photo represents is how we felt, leaving our doctor's appointment this morning.
Oct. 2, 2021
I know… the Beatles sang 'Strawberry Fields Forever' but I'm singing the praises of 'Cranberries' today!
Sep. 26, 2021
Posting on my tablet from the hotel for a quick update!
Sep. 10, 2021
I just love my doctor. Right from the start, I have felt loved and well cared for by her.
Sep. 4, 2021
My cup overflows!
Aug. 28, 2021
Yesterday during chemo I had some close encounters with my beloved belated Mother-in-Love!
Aug. 21, 2021
2 Big Events - VanGogh Immersive Exhibit Wed. & Trip to the Island with Erin to visit our brother Michael on Fri.
Aug. 6, 2021
If your body's giving you signs that something is 'off', tell your doctor about it now! Procrastination is not your friend!
Jul. 27, 2021
Rough day today! I've only had maybe 1 or 2 like it since all I've been through since the cancer diagnosis.
Jul. 16, 2021
Ignorance is not always 'bliss'! Spending time googling what 'Gantry Linier Accelerator' radiotherapy is.
Jul. 7, 2021
11:00 tomorrow begins a new routine down a road that I'm happy to get on with.
Jun. 21, 2021
From the delight & privilege of a morning spent with my Aunties in their 80's , to the pure joy the very next day, of five 'wee ones' from 3 to 11.
Jun. 15, 2021
"Don’t wait for things to get better to be happy!"
Jun. 9, 2021
Depending on how long the chemo hangover lasts, which really plays a number on my brain, I hope to check in with you in a few days.
May. 24, 2021
I'm hoping today will be better. Still a few bowls of chicken bok-choi soup in the fridge.
May. 19, 2021
Busy 2 wks., 9 appointments in 10 days. It doesn't feel like that much, especially when there's 2 in a day & Cancer Centre staff all so loving,
May. 13, 2021
Wow! Reading my entry from last Friday,...did things ever change!
May. 6, 2021
WARNING: Dark Humour! If you've never been constapated... good for you! Apparently BM's are a necessary function for good health!
May. 1, 2021
Saturday, May 1, 2021 10:39 AM 'Chemo Brain' is definitely working overtime.
Apr. 26, 2021
Yes, it rained today, but the dark cloud that consumed me 6 days ago, has long gone away.
Apr. 14, 2021
Thank God for a couple of friends who have traveled down a similar road.
Apr. 9, 2021
Richard died peacefully at 7:30 a.m. We gathered on zoom at 4:00 to share our hearts and Mass. Richard's wife joined us from the Philippines.
Apr. 1, 2021
Richard united to Jesus's Agony in the Garden.
Mar. 21, 2021
I call Richard champion, because of the great courage, perseverance, patience & enthusiasm he's exhibited over the 8 yrs. we've journeyed together.
Mar. 15, 2021
"I can't take my distress into the hospital! Give me something!"
Mar. 6, 2021
There was no cancer found outside the uterus. But the cancer I had was very aggressive.
Mar. 1, 2021
"It is more blessed to give than to receive!" We're grateful for both sides of the blessing to experience the powerful exchange of love that each one produces.
Feb. 23, 2021
Messages expressing good wishes are definitely appreciated. Messages with a 'Question', I struggle answering right now!
Feb. 21, 2021
We are so grateful for your love & concern!
Feb. 14, 2021
MUCH BRIGHTER DAY Sunday, February 14, 2021 1:01 PM The 'yucky' day on Friday, went to bed and woke up refreshed yesterday.
Feb. 6, 2021
My heart is full from the abundance of love shown in so many ways!
Jan. 30, 2021
At first I was excited to get a date that is sooner than expected...
Jan. 23, 2021
If you asked me if I had a bucket list, I'd say that my bucket is pretty full.
Dec. 23, 2020
Appreciating the goodness in our lives.