Dr Henning checked out the back burn Dec 30th and predicted it would be much better in a week. He was right again, the improvement over the past 48 hours has been remarkable. Three more days and I expect it to be gone entirely.
Spent New Years in Port Austin at Ric and Deb's place on the water through whose window this picture was taken. Wind chill on New Years Day was -5 due to a pretty stout westerly wind. We didn't spend much time on the beach...but it sure was pretty to look out at. Everything appears secure on Buffa Court also. You could have fired a cannon down M25 and not hit a thing. Sure is quiet up there in the winter.
See the docs again Jan 8th and the 11th before the big cocktail on Jan 12th which should take around 4 hours. Ann tells me I WILL lose my hair so to minimize the fallout Deb gave me a "summer cut" today and lopped off all the gray - love that woman ! Feb 2nd is my last scheduled cocktail and I've heard mention of several CT scans thrown in there somewhere. The end of "The Plan" is in sight, yep, the boat is nearing the dock. The EOB's are coming in fast and furious - big numbers !
Many of you have been sending me inspirational notes lately and I've enjoyed and found strength in all of them, but here is one that really hit home - "Life is simpler when you plow around the stump " Amen to that.
Happy New Year, good health to all and thanks again for sticking with us last year
Ken
Ken and Joann,
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Family. This new year will bring good news for all.
Nice picture of the Lake through the window. Wanted to let you know it will be in the 60's this week. I'll think of you Ken as I sit at the patio table by the pool getting some January sun. Love and Hugs to all, Janney
Hi Ken and Joann,
ReplyDeleteKen, glad to hear that your burn is almost healed up.
Very nice picture of the lake and thanks for the Buffa Ct. update :)... it sure looks cold....brrr. We will be in PA this coming weekend for the "Big Chill" weekend, which should be fun...they'll be having a chili cook-off (Ken, you should enter...your's is the best), polar bear dip (no, we're not dipping; only watching!), Deal or No Deal at the PACP...we'll keep our eye out for Ric and Deb while in town.
I'm jealous of Janney (the above poster)....60's and sunny on a patio by the pool....oh, that sounds wonderful!!!
Best wishes to you and your family for a healthy and very happy 2010!!!!
LD
Ironic that the polar bear dip was preceeded by the "Nutcracker's Nuts" play at the PAPC. They really don't like men in that town, do they?
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ReplyDeleteWe wish you and Joann and all your family the absolute best in 2010!!!! Glad your burn is better. I talked to Joe he has some cold weather pointers for you if you lose your hair since he's been dealing with it for a really long time. He can also show you how to make your head really shiny,,remember no hair can be an in thing!
Anyway take care, keep up the positive attitude and know we are always thinking about you!!! :)
Ah my soon to be follically challenged brother! I think you will find the low maintenance a wonderful thing...just make sure you have a hat! Remember, you lose 35% of your body heat through your head. You'll be amazed how insulative the greys have been! I've got your back man!
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