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26 février Can you tell I'm in Limbo...I woke up this morning to a light dusting of snow, which means I have to clean my car off again, as it is still snowing. It was supposed to be in the 40's today so hopefully the snow won't stay. Then again, they said cloudy so there will be no sun to melt it. Spring is supposed to be just 24 days way. I was thinking that why is it when Spring arrives, it still feels like winter? Every year. When Summer arrives it feels like Summer. When Fall arrives it feels like Fall, and when Winter arrives, it feels like Winter. But Spring never feels like spring. It's still cold at the end of March and I've known it to snow in April and still be a bit chilly in May.
Dad came though his Chemo allright. It is the next week to 10 days that we have to keep an eye on. The actual treatment lasted 3 hours. He sounded tired when I talked to him, but in good spirits. I will be taking him to his next treatment on March 25.
Nothing much is new on the home front. We have a trip planned to Home Depot Saturday morning. We need to install a light in Eric's room One where he can't get to the cord and pull on it. While there I'm going to look at options for the backsplash behind my sink and above the window. We are planning to take Eric with us. He loves outings and being out of the house. Another reason I'm looking forward to summer, so he can run free in the yard.
I just finished reading the paper. Nothing much but headlines with billions of dollars being planned for this project or that project. Some of them amaze me. Why on earth would our city need a new science center when we have a nice one already?? Hello???? Can you say redundant? Our city needs so much more than that.
Nothing much else is going on around here. It feels like I'm stuck in limbo waiting for Spring and nice warm weather. Meanwhile -- we are just dong inside projects that need doing so we can get to work outside when it does warm up.
Take care all -- and have a nice weekend ahead. 21 février Moving on.....Here it is Saturday and I have to get moving a bit early today. I have a baby shower to go to. I just wanted to sit a few minutes with my coffee and update you all on how things went with my dad.
We spent most of Wednesday at the Oncologists office. Dad has 3 spots (or tumors as they called them) and will be starting Chemo next week. One is located on the right side of his chest, the other beneath the arch of the vessel to his heart (there is a word for it but that escapes me so early in the morning), and the other in the lower back very near the spine. The one near the heart is causing fluid around the heart which in not a major concern at the moment, but should it cause more fluid, it may slow the blood flow through his heart. The one near his spine is also a concern because should it grow, it may do damage to the spine. The doctor said that after the chemo he will have another Pet Scan to see it, and may have to do radiation on it if it has not shrunk enough. There is no chance for surgey, as there are more than one, and no doctor will operate on the one near the heart. He says the prognosis is very good for Dad and has confidence that while they may not disappear they will shrink and can be handled well with treatment.
Amazingly enough we all felt great relief at knowing exactly what we are dealing with and the three of us agreed we had thought it would be so much worse. The doctor was wonderful and so re-assuring. I was so relieved once I knew that my dad wasn't going anywhere soon. He was in good spirits. I think it is knowing what is happening and what he has to deal with rather than not knowing. My dad deals with things head on and it's quite impossible to do that without knowing what to deal with. We will proceed one step at a time and are thankful for the wake-up call that allowed us to catch this in time. Thank you all for your patience, prayers and support. Once again you helped to make a bad time a bit more bearable. Not that it's over, by any means, but time, information and prayers have helped us move on to the the next step.
As for the candle party - I ended up having to switch it to a book party, due to snow and icy roads. The ride through Amsterdam from Johnstown into Schenectady is one I definately will never forget. The road was a sheet of ice and I couldn't see the signal lights till I was practically on top of them and I prayed I wouldn't have to hit the brakes if it was red. I lost count of the cars off the road.
I will reschedule for April. Honestly I think it was divine intervention, as I was so exhausted I was sound asleep at 8:30, and I slept through the night which never happens. But those who were needing candles and such have ordered and I have the booking I need by rescheduling. The next one I think will be a brunch one, on the weekend.
Well, little man is downstairs looking for Mi-Ma's special cinnamon toast. Have a great weekend everyone and once again -- Thank you!
18 février Hey everyone!I don't think it's ever been quite this long since I've updated my space. Has it?
It's been busy here - getting ready for the candle party which is tonight. The coming snow today put another bit of hassle on it as I don't know if everyone can still make it now, so I have to make some calls this morning to find out. I would hate to have the lady come all the way here (she lives about half hour away) if there are only 3 or 4 people still coming. Not to mention the fact that she will be driving in the snow as well. So we will see what happens.
Today is also the day my sister and I go with my dad to find out the results of the Pet Scan he had. This will tell us if the Cancer is located in one spot or spread, and how far along it is. We will also find out what the doctor suggests for treatment and what lies ahead for us.
Yes, I know what you are thinking. My candle party, and my dad on the same day. Am I crazy? Well the Candle Party was scheduled before we knew this was his appointment day. I did think very seriously of cancelling it, but decided not to. For one, to do that, would admit that I expect bad news. What I want to hear is that it is localized in one spot and they will do surgery to remove it. That is what I have been focusing my energy on. Planning the Candle party as allowed me to focus on something else, keeping me from obcessing about things that may never happen. I truly need something else to focus on, as I can't seem to keep my mind on anything else. My father seems to be handling this very well, while my sister and I are finding it a bit more difficult. Will things get easier once we know what lies ahead? I don't know the answer to that yet.
There is not much other news. Let's see, what have I been doing? Working (thankfully it is a bit busier), paying stupid bills, shopping and cleaning. Kevin and I went to lunch on Valentines Day. Staying connected with my dad which is important to me right now. And playing with Eric, keeping him occupied during this long week of no school. I know he misses it. Poor little guy tried to climb up to the VCR above the television and knocked the whole TV over. He came out with a nasty bump on his head so Nik took him to the emergency room last night. He's fine - he tired himself right out crying though. I know he scared the heck out of himself, (and us) and I hope that he won't try climbing again. He was in his room and Nikki had went to her room to change into her pj's. There was nothing for him to climb on, but he decided to pile some of his toys and stand on them.
Well - time to get the day started. Again I'm sorry I haven't been here much. I'll try to do better - OK???
 Till later!
11 février Quick helloIt's supposed to reach 51 degrees here today. Isn't that great? Yes, I know it' Mother Nature's little tease, but I like to think of it as her way of saying "hang in there, Spring is on the way" -- and what a relief that will be.
 Nothing much new is happening here. I'm just going about the daily routine and amazingly enough work has picked up a bit. I'm going to pick out some flower seeds on Friday when I shop and see if I can start them this weekend.
My candle party is on the 18th and we have decided to have a Spa Theme for it, so Nikki and the girls are excited about that. Sounds like my house will be overcrowded that evening, what with Nikki and her friends and the friends I have invited.
Nothing much is planned for Valentine's Day -- Nik and Daniel are going to movie and a dinner and we get to have Eric that evening. We talked about taking him to Applebee's for dinner with us so we can spend our gift card.
 Speaking of Eric, he is doing so wondreful in school. He even sits still for storytime now. That in itself is amazing as he is just such a whirlwind of constant motion.
I know this is short, but it's time to get my day started. I just wanted to stop in to say hello. Have a great day everyone! 5 février Hmmmm - what do to, what to writeI'm tired of pondering the mysteries of life, worrying about my dad, watching my housework pile up, scowling at my laundry and of being cold.
Isn't this a cute picture of Nik and Daniel? You can almost feel them trying not to burst into laughter. Wonder how long they had to stare at each other.
Below is Eric's most recent favorite cartoon. Can anyone name it?
I am an avid magazine reader and I was sad to learn that they are no longr publishing my favorite "Cottage Living"....I do hope they leave Coastal Living in print.
Burgers for dinner tonight -- I like mine with pineapple and catsup (or is it Ketchup?). Calling my sister and watching tv, (Supernational is on tonight). Ignoring the laundry. Yeah I know, I'm being crazy, but are we having fun yet? P.S. Melissa just sent me an email with this dancing chick -- how cute Looks like he belongs in this post.
4 février Saying helloIt was supposed to snow last night, but there is no new snow on the ground this morning. Yay! It missed us I guess. It is 0 degrees out though, I sure hope it warms up abit. Not that I spend alot of time outside. I have a cold and it seems everyone around me does as well. On a bright note - it is supposed to get to 40 and above this weekend. Good, my car needs a good washing.
There is not too much going on right now. The months of January and February are moving slowly for me, and it seems for everyone else as well. The only things on my calendar for this month is a baby shower and my candle party. I am really missing the active days of spring and summer. My motivation meter seems to have reached an all time low. Worrying about my dad is not helping that any. I can't seem to concentrate on any of my books - amazing considering I love to read. I actually have 3 books going right now and can't get really interested in any one of them.
I was reading in the paper this morning that there are touches of Spring here around the Capital Region. The many greenhouses in the area are now starting their plantings of flowers that will be sold, mostly beginning around Mother's Day. They are saying people come just to walk through the greenhouses to get the feeling of warmth and Spring. It got me to thinking that maybe that is a project I can get myself into. I have some of the starter planters stored int the basement and along with some soil and seeds -- hmmm, I think that sounds like a good project -- what do you think? Now to find a sunny area of my house.
Nothing has improved the economy around here, as a matter of fact I am seeing things at work get slower and slower and it is moving down the line. We are hearing that some of the contractors/customers we work with are laying people off and I know some are a bit more slow at paying their invoices than they normally are. Gas prices were over two dollars last week, but are now back to $1.99. Milk is $2.99. We use alot of milk.
Well, time to get ready for work. Nothing is on the agenda for this coming weekend, but a good housecleaning and maybe I will start my little planting. I have to get myself off my butt and do things. And out and get some fresh air.
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