Clean MRI

Just a status update. I had an appointment with my oncologist yesterday and received good news. My first MRI since the second surgery looks to be clean. That is a relief given the speed the tumor grew back the first time. I am continuing chemotherapy five days out of each 28.  I appreciate all your love and prayers. Each one is felt. I feel wrapped in the arms of my Savior and I know that it is a result of the service you do for me, my family and the Lord.
Thank you, thank you!

Virginia Trip

 WWII  Memorial

 Viet Nam Memorial

 Eleanor Roma

Isaac at Soccer

 Happy Girl

 Three Generations

 Sunday Afternoon Walk with Isaac and Miles

Miles and Emily on the Mall

Roma and have spent the past week at Emily's home. They flew us out to visit. It has been a marvelous time. We were worried about how I would handle the trip but I handled the flights well and Emily and Roma made sure I got plenty of rest. I have felt better the past few days than I have since the second surgery. Hopefully I have turned a corner and will feel better in the long term. I hope so!

My fathers younger brother Leo died last week. I feel bad I wasn't there for the funeral but we were already committed to be in Virginia. That leaves only one of four (Uncle Chuck) left. I appreciate all they have done for me. I love you Uncle Chuck and I wish I could be there to support you, Florence, and all the rest of the family. I love each one of you.

The power of positive thinking

Since my second surgery we have had a whirlwind of activity. We have had a lot excitement and visitors around. I love my family and friends.
The last few weeks I slipped into something of a funk. The fact that I am taking so long to recover has discouraged me and I think I have made it harder on my family and especially my good wife.
I woke up yesterday with a new attitude. After reading my scriptures and saying my prayers I decided I have been blessed beyond any person I know. I have a family that loves me; friends that care for me; and especially the Lord who cares for me and comforts me.
So I have determined to be more positive. It has already worked. I feel better and I feel more energy. My wife and I have laughed more than in weeks. I feel the love of the Savior even more that in the past. Life is good.