Linda is tired most of the time..sleeps a lot...having said that, she is not coughing and breathing easier...thanks to the supplemental oxygen...she is dealing with some depression, knowing the oxygen is not a sometime deal as she originally thought..but rather 24/7...and that it is another step in the cancer journey.
Many friends and family members are stepping forward knowing Christmas, including baking and decorating are very important to Linda...and we are very thankful for that...
Linda had some difficulty breathing this am while she was doing some paperwork in the office...it was only after letting her know her chair leg was on the oxygen tubing that the breathing became easier again....duh....
Tomorrow we are going to OHSU to visit with the Palliative Doctor..we think he might have some thoughts about making Linda's life easier...we shall see.
We also have our cleaning lady coming for the first time...yea....
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
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Dave and Linda, You both are in my thoughts and prays daily. You both touch my heart in a few hour flight from Tampa to Kansas City..I have followed your blog since I had the pleasure to meet both of you. May you have a blessed Holiday season with each other and your family. God Bless Kay Hoffland
Good morning from COLD Nebraska;
It is good to hear that the oxygen is helping you to sleep and to cough less. Visiting the palliative doctor is an excellent idea. They have ideas on how to maintain/improve quality of life that no one else seems to have. With festive decorations and cookies, you are well on the way to a great Christmas celebration. Family and friends surround you with love and support.
Love & prayers,
Ruth Ann
hyi guys john and barbara and of course Maxx here. sorry we missed the event.... went to florida by mistake and since we were there anyway went to tha annual NEA GR conference. it was on Captiva island.... smaller thatn some of your yards. good resturants and great receptions. all in all we would have rather have been with you in Oregon. Linda as you know, these figths don't get harder, the just get different. once the big C is visting the fight is on. only losers quit, in the end chances the big C somehow gets the advantage. when that is none of us know. live it for YOU. that said your fight throught this is one in a million and has been an inspiration to me and so many others that you don't even know of. The things you have acomplished (endured) from the starting gun and on going are inspirational and in some ways due only to your and Dave's souls and beliefs. we pray for you every night... then me... and others so afficted. NOT COUNTING YOU OUT!!!! COUNTING ON YOU TO BE MY GUIDEPOST. JOHN my new email address is jchase@coloradoea.org
Hi you sweet things - I believe it's time for some new rules:
1) Keep the roller chair off the oxygen tubes at all times
2) Sleep is your friend, you need it, you get it
3) Holiday cookies and all the decorations are only for the folks who have major holiday commitments - and that's you big time!
4) Being subdued and thinking about things and reflecting may not necessarily be depression - but even so, it's definitely a good thing
5) Oregon weather sucks in the winter time and you may need a grow lamp to overcome it! Talk about depressing...OMG :)
Love you,
Mary
Hang in there, guys. I know this is a tough adjustment, but you both seem to be doing well. I'm sending positive thoughts your way to make your days a bit easier.
Just wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you constantly. My love to you both, as always.
I loved the story about the chair leg on the oxygen tube - definitely gave me a chuckle. Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you guys.
Lots of love,
Mark Plotnikiewicz
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