It has been a good weekend. Knowing that Ron doesn't have a doctor's appointment for a week (Wednesday to Wednesday), is a first time happening and a sign of his progress. What to do with this extra time and feeling better?? We decided to take a day trip home to Gilead Lake. That meant packing meds, IV pole, etc., so I suggested that we just spend the night, too. Ron felt that we should come back to Ann Arbor; I think both of us feel "medically safe" here, so we did return after several hours of just enjoying being home. (and when the Detroit Lions game was over) The lake has not started to freeze yet, but there is some snow on the ground and many migrating Canada geese on the lake. We also saw 3 swans, a diver duck, a few neighbors who were surprised to see our truck in the driveway, and the Troxells. It just felt good to be home, but I would say that to cope with all of Ron's recovery, I have somehow made time feel irrelevant and numbed my emotions as a coping mechanism. No, I am not a zombie; but by doing this, I am feeling and acting pretty normal.
We are seeing some glimpses of the end of Ron's treatment here in Ann Arbor. We will be here about one additional month as he continues to be weaned off steroids and has physical therapy in our apartment. The next step will be for him to go to a public facility for PT...when his immune system has improved.
Have a great week and enjoy all that you are able to do to prepare for the holidays. If there is an elf on the shelf at your house, enjoy! I know of 3 elves named Shred, Twinkly, and Frosty:)
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I know exactly how you feel Jan. You just have one thing in mind & that is to care for Ron & all other thought takes a step back. You are probably telling yourself that you will take care of 'that' when he is better. It is hard nor to think like that but unfortunately you will pay for it later. Just tell Ron that he can take care of you then! Prayers for you both. You are always in our thoughts. Enjoy a simpler holiday season & the real joy which is being with family. Ann & Bob
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