I still feel great - stronger every day. The bald spot is growing, but that's just hair (or lack of it), and I have a few hats I can use to cover it up. Sure hope this means the treatments are working. Carole and I had another great weekend. We went to dinner with good friends on Saturday evening - the doctor is letting me have a bottle of beer each day, which I'm not doing every day, but Saturday's tasted really good. On Sunday, we went to church, did a little bit of grocery shopping, and then Andy, Tory and Tory's parents, Dan and Sue came over for dinner. It was super to be able to sit down and just talk about a lot of different things with them. Andy and Tory took care of almost all of the work from prep to clean up, so I didn't have to do anything except sit, talk and drink another beer. Tough duty, huh?
I have to say, I'm learning to value friends and family more than ever before (who knows why it took so long). I appreciate the conversations with all of you, and I really like hearing from you.
I've heard some of you are having problems posting comments on the blog or would prefer not posting a public comment, so I've added a link to my gmail address to my profile. In the beginning of all this, I wasn't sure how I would feel or if I would want to be checking too many emails, but if you want to send me a note, please do so. I enjoy hearing from you!
No chocolate shakes since Friday - Carole is still staying away from them. Maybe I'll have another later today.
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I am so glad to hear you are feeling strong and enjoying the company of good friends. It is okay to pace yourself with the chocolate shake research. I think you will get more accurate results by cleansing your palette with a beer on the off days.
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday, Paul!
Paul,
ReplyDeleteYour postitive attitude is such a good example for all of us reading your blog! I'm encouraged that your fights with Caremark will keep you in top negotiating form for our work on contracts this fall! I'd add Steak N Shake to the chocolate shake list if I were you. Your commentaries on food have caused me to gain 12 pounds just from reading them!
Take care and add me to the list of people who are praying for you. I've seen you fight before and know you've got what it takes to win this!
Rilla
Glad to hear things are going so well! I've been thinking about you. Here's a recommendation. Have you tried Dairy Queen's Chocolate Extreme Blizzard? It is my new favorite. If you like chocolate shakes you'll love it. Yum! Take care.
ReplyDeletePaul-
ReplyDeleteYou look great with the new hair doooo! Wow - Carole is one lucky gal:) Who would have known that you'd be giving Brad Pitt a run for his money?!*
Really though - you are in my thoughts and prayers! I'm glad to hear that things are going well. I'd love to stop by, just have Carole let me know when. I make a mean shake---then.. We could all go for a walk !!!! Your manly shape is still important ya know :)
Take Care-
Kerry McSperrin