Update on Al #4

Short but sweet.

Had a call from Dr. Berquist's office this evening. The PET scan shows that Al's cancer has NOT spread -- it is localized to his trachea only. This is the VERY best news we could get from this test!!! I can breathe again!

Dr. Berquist sent the results via fax to Dr. Mathisen (in Boston), and we are awaiting further instructions/guidance/details from him.

We had a rather 'normal' weekend. Al was off this past weekend, so I put him to work in the garden, helping me divide the Maiden Grass. (Rich, stop by and pick up a clump or two -- SOON!) He finished up the bathroom -- which has the seal of approval of everybody who's seen it (Pam & Vic, thanks for the suggestions). And Al got started on his veggie garden -- none too soon, but I convinced him he should still have one, anyway.

We've had nice visits with our 'in-state' sisters the past few days, and it's really helped us relax a bit. The support makes such a big difference in our outlook. And this GOOD news doesn't hurt!!! So much for short and sweet!

Thanks everybody, for your e-mails, notes, cards, calls, thoughts and prayers. Keep 'em coming; they really DO make a difference in our lives.

xoxoxo
Sharon