July 2020

July 2020

 

 

On Friday, July 3, I saw Dr. Pitz at Cancer Care to discuss my treatment and the plan going forward.  We made the decision to discontinue chemotherapy and to start the palliative care process.

 

I met with the Palliative Care nurse on Wednesday, July 15, and now have all the equipment I need to stay home as long as possible.  I had another fall and am not able to walk anymore.  I have been experiencing a lot of back pain and chest pain.  Heat compresses, ice packs, massage, painkillers and regular chiropractic visits have helped my back pain, and I now only have pain when I get in and out of bed.  We have figured out the chest pain is related to sores in my mouth and esophagus, and I am getting medications to help with that.  I have to be very careful what I eat, but am still hungry all the time and enjoy eating the food that I can tolerate.  Mint iced tea is now my new favorite drink!

 

I have enjoyed spending a few weekends at the cottage this month, but am now staying home.  My family is taking good care of me and I am so grateful for everything they do.  I am not able to use my cellphone much anymore, but would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all the text messages of love and encouragement. 

 

*My sister Bev helped me compose this blog.

 

 

 

My family helped me get down to the dock so we could enjoy a boat ride on a beautiful warm calm sunny afternoon at the cottage.

My sister Bev and I decided to pop popcorn, pour a coke and watch a movie at 11:00 in the morning!  It was fun watching a good comedy.

 

My beautiful grandchildren - Finn and Molly. 

 

It was great chatting with Stephanie and Charlotte while Bev gave me a manicure. 

  Visiting my Dad outside.  

I was so grateful for the opportunity to see my whole family together…my parents my sisters and my brother.  

I enjoyed delicious lemon cookies and mint iced tea with my Mom and sisters. 

My friend Gayle came for a visit – we are still being very careful and using face masks and hand sanitizer. 

I am so thankful that my family can now visit me – Ryan, Missy, Finn and Molly.

 

My sister-in-law Michele and my father-in-law Bill dropped in for a visit.

I was happy to see Ari again.      

 

Comments

  1. Unknown10 August 2020 at 09:01

    I love reading your posts Chris, you are always an inspiration. You have such a beautiful family. All of the the Procter's are sending you our love and prayers. xoxox Michelle

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  2. art loft31 August 2020 at 21:14

    Even though ee haven't talked much in years, you are never far from the heart

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