We received word that the insurance company has approved Dad's chemo treatment so in less then 24hrs we will start that portion of this journey.
I can honestly say that I never thought I'd have to prepare Dad for Chemo as I was growing up. But here we are. It's a very solemn occasion to be briefing Dad on chemo and providing his meds to prep for it. Tonight he got an extra nice dose of Dexamethason to prepare him for chemo (5x original dosage) and will get another 5x dose tomorrow morning. I'll admit...it was not fun delivering it to him especially since he had to go all day without it and was in extreme pain....huh...extreme, if only we could all understand what that meant to him right now. Does extreme mean "on a scale of 1-10" or does it mean "I can't roll over in bed without it feeling like I just ran a mile." Funny how situations change our perspectives isn't it?
Dad and I watched Pale Rider tonight...a totally awesome Clint Eastwood Western. Brought back a lot of memories of riding in the mountains with Dad and learning how to be a cowboy from one of the toughest around. But watching the old westerns with Dad was totally awesome.
Soooooo...a lot of you have asked if you can help and well, the time has come for me to ask for help. We have some things to do around the house this weekend and those of us here now are a little tapped as far as time, energy, and emotion go. If anyone out there is willing to come by and help out we have some basic chores that need to be done and your assistance is appreciated
We need to:
1. pressure wash the lower area of the home
2. have a wood stacking party...Sherry is in charge because she loves doing it
3. If anyone has a moss thatcher we need to do that too
4. If anyone knows someone who wants to buy a F250 we are selling dads for $3000 Obo, we need to get that up on craigslist
5. I have a small address sign that needs to be fixed
6. Some boxes to move in the house
7. Pressure wash the downstairs cement
8. we need help selling their property in Tenaskit, WA...any recommendations or expertise, or interest are welcome
9. I could use someones help to scan all of our medical documents in for record keeping purposes
10. I need Shannon to take Sherry out and have a blast on the town so maybe someone could make Dad dinner on Friday and Saturday night? Also need people to go out with them and P A R T Y Sherry is totally awesome and right now, a good break is in order...she'll deny it all day long, and those of you who know her, know exactly what I'm talking about, but it's time for her to go get pampered, party hard, have fun with the girls, drink a beer, go shopping, or whatever it is girls like to do (one can only fathom LOL)
11. is someone good at trimming fruit tree's without killing them, because I'm not, so if you have time, we could use the help.
12. Cherry and Lemon Marange pie are always welcome
Well, we aren't normally the ones who go out asking for help but after the emotional stress of today and what we will be going through tomorrow...I really don't have a problem asking :-)
Beyond that I have two closing remarks (well one question and one remark)
first, tonight it occurred to me that maybe, juuuuust maybe, Dad has impacted your life in someway...I think it would be a great thing if you could post at least one comment to this post as to how Dad has impacted your life.
second, tonight while helping Dad (in that emotional state I was in) I heard the rain come down and God had me pause and realize that the rain drops i heard were his tears and they were pouring out for Dad. For some reason that thought brought me peace. God IS with us. God IS with Dad. And that simple notion, that simple reference, and that loud sound made me realize how deep God's love runs for us!
No matter what Dad goes through, it pales in comparison to what Jesus went through. In 48hrs Jesus will be crucified for my sins, for Dad's sins, for your sins and in three days hence he will rise again. His resurrection is the ultimate victory, the ultimate assurance, and the ultimate sacrifice. Make this Easter more than bunnies and candy, Easter was never meant to be that anyway. Instead, recognize and see the truth...Christ was, Christ is, and Christ has risen!
Thank you to John today for helping take care of some chores around the house...you are truly appreciated!
In Christ,
Jeff
I can honestly say that I never thought I'd have to prepare Dad for Chemo as I was growing up. But here we are. It's a very solemn occasion to be briefing Dad on chemo and providing his meds to prep for it. Tonight he got an extra nice dose of Dexamethason to prepare him for chemo (5x original dosage) and will get another 5x dose tomorrow morning. I'll admit...it was not fun delivering it to him especially since he had to go all day without it and was in extreme pain....huh...extreme, if only we could all understand what that meant to him right now. Does extreme mean "on a scale of 1-10" or does it mean "I can't roll over in bed without it feeling like I just ran a mile." Funny how situations change our perspectives isn't it?
Dad and I watched Pale Rider tonight...a totally awesome Clint Eastwood Western. Brought back a lot of memories of riding in the mountains with Dad and learning how to be a cowboy from one of the toughest around. But watching the old westerns with Dad was totally awesome.
Soooooo...a lot of you have asked if you can help and well, the time has come for me to ask for help. We have some things to do around the house this weekend and those of us here now are a little tapped as far as time, energy, and emotion go. If anyone out there is willing to come by and help out we have some basic chores that need to be done and your assistance is appreciated
We need to:
1. pressure wash the lower area of the home
2. have a wood stacking party...Sherry is in charge because she loves doing it
3. If anyone has a moss thatcher we need to do that too
4. If anyone knows someone who wants to buy a F250 we are selling dads for $3000 Obo, we need to get that up on craigslist
5. I have a small address sign that needs to be fixed
6. Some boxes to move in the house
7. Pressure wash the downstairs cement
8. we need help selling their property in Tenaskit, WA...any recommendations or expertise, or interest are welcome
9. I could use someones help to scan all of our medical documents in for record keeping purposes
10. I need Shannon to take Sherry out and have a blast on the town so maybe someone could make Dad dinner on Friday and Saturday night? Also need people to go out with them and P A R T Y Sherry is totally awesome and right now, a good break is in order...she'll deny it all day long, and those of you who know her, know exactly what I'm talking about, but it's time for her to go get pampered, party hard, have fun with the girls, drink a beer, go shopping, or whatever it is girls like to do (one can only fathom LOL)
11. is someone good at trimming fruit tree's without killing them, because I'm not, so if you have time, we could use the help.
12. Cherry and Lemon Marange pie are always welcome
Well, we aren't normally the ones who go out asking for help but after the emotional stress of today and what we will be going through tomorrow...I really don't have a problem asking :-)
Beyond that I have two closing remarks (well one question and one remark)
first, tonight it occurred to me that maybe, juuuuust maybe, Dad has impacted your life in someway...I think it would be a great thing if you could post at least one comment to this post as to how Dad has impacted your life.
second, tonight while helping Dad (in that emotional state I was in) I heard the rain come down and God had me pause and realize that the rain drops i heard were his tears and they were pouring out for Dad. For some reason that thought brought me peace. God IS with us. God IS with Dad. And that simple notion, that simple reference, and that loud sound made me realize how deep God's love runs for us!
No matter what Dad goes through, it pales in comparison to what Jesus went through. In 48hrs Jesus will be crucified for my sins, for Dad's sins, for your sins and in three days hence he will rise again. His resurrection is the ultimate victory, the ultimate assurance, and the ultimate sacrifice. Make this Easter more than bunnies and candy, Easter was never meant to be that anyway. Instead, recognize and see the truth...Christ was, Christ is, and Christ has risen!
Thank you to John today for helping take care of some chores around the house...you are truly appreciated!
In Christ,
Jeff
Jim you are a great and awesome person. You are such a great boss and we miss you at the Market.I will keep praying for your healing. Thank you for being the great person that you are. Hope you have a Happy Easter. Gods blessings upon you each day. Anita
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ReplyDeleteWe are so THANKFUL that your treatment went well this week. You sounded in great spirits and this puts a smile on our face. Hope you enjoyed the pizza for dinner. Sounds like ice cream is on the menu for tonight. Hope you have a relaxing weekend. We LOVE you- Angie & Travis
Ahhh Jim, Many thoughts come to mind. First and in front, your booming laughter! Just remembering this makes us smile. Our trip to wine country and all of the perks you were able to share with us. A grand time was had, your knowledge of the product and especially the time we were able to share with you and Sherry. Your great story telling :-) your obvious devotion to your wife and family, the care you always show to others, your friendship, your gusto for life AND belief in our Lord. A manly man, indeed. Many fond memories. We love you....
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Uncle Jim; There are so many things that come to mind when I think of you. Your great attitude, your sense of humor and playfulness, how excited as a kid I was to see you no matter what it was for (holidays etc...) Oh and the scratch tickets at the holidays...Rocked-even though I do not think I ever won (LOL) Pool and well the water pool too :) Movies on the big screen. Loved sleeping over in Port Orchard. Your cool mazda that went sooooo fast...I think it was a mazda. I have so many fond childhood memories that all include you and your awesomeness as an uncle and a person in general. I love you Uncle Jim and all the great times shared with you...I look forward to some more of them to add to my memory vault. Tons of love and prayers sent to you daily.
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Darby
Happy Easter!
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Can't imagine what my first 10 years at Kingston would have been like without you there Jim. Thanks for being a tough boss but yet the most approachable one I have ever had. Sherry, you made my last years there bearable also. Don't think I would have made it without you. I thank you both and think of you so often. Praying always.
ReplyDeleteLots of Love,
Janice