Marilyn takes to the skys, an all night flight!

Dear Friends and Family,

Just back from the Sac airport where Marilyn flew out of a short while ago. It was so hard to see her go after a wonderful time of recovery and joy while she was here. Nan and I are deeply grateful to her for everything she did for us and for the fun she brought into our lives. Even today she and Nan were packing in some fun, mid day they left for Brentwood and Nan got her hair washed at one place and cut in another, they also made a couple more stops and yes Nan came home tired but looking great and very proud of her accomplishments. It was hot out today but they traveled in the van which quickly cools down. Nan left the TPN home so she could walk and do her thing unfettered. After she got home we gave her a hit of Adavan, she slept for awhile and then woke to have double helpings of dinner. She also enjoyed the coke icee I brought from Brentwood. All to soon it was time to load Marilyn up and go to the airport. The bug is back and working great so we took it. I even had some dirt removed when I was in Brentwood and the trip was uneventful at about 44 miles per gallon. We stopped in Sac at the Hard Rock so Marilyn could take a last attempt at shot glasses and yes they had them so success on that count.

I heard from the pharmacist at Critical Care and for the most part Nan's numbers were good, hemoglobin at 10.1, creatins down to 2.8 from 2.9 last week so with just minor adjustments the new TPN shipment will come in the morning. Nan is feeling so much better it is hard to remember how awful things were just 2 weeks ago. She is moving pretty well now, is actively involved in what is going on, on the phone, paying bills etc.

Dana called a couple times today and is doing very well after her hand surgery. As soon as she gets all the various demands on her taken care of she is coming out, could be even this weekend. We are very anxious to see her but want her to do what she needs to before coming so no loose ends to worry her. Her sinus problems are better today as well.

This morning steve and melaboo came fairly early to let doggie swim and have fun. It is amazing to see how fast she can swim after the ball or ducks, powerful dog and such a good personality. Our little doggies don't know quite what to do with her so they growl and observe.

We are very thankful for the improvement in nan's condition, those words seem so inadequate really, we are thrilled with what is taking place. nan feels alive again, her words and is enjoying the freedom from nausea and its terrible effects. Her colostomy bag is going great guns and I am so very glad to empty it day or night after 5 weeks of inactivity.

This weekend Keanna has her dance recital, how exciting for her and for us as well. She is very involved in learning special steps and routines, what a kid!!

Tomorrow I will be home working things up until I have to run to Oakland late in the afternoon for an appointment I have had a hard time scheduling. Friday we have a 11:30 appointment with the oncologist and then friday afternoon I have a purchase appraisal in Davis. Nice to know I can do the trips in the Bug with its cool air and great mileage.

Thank you for your prayers and lets keep them going for a method of dealing with the tumors.

A couple photos from this afternoon reflecting our parting with Marilyn. Her kids better appreciate her a lot because she is sure welcome here anytime.

love

tim and nan