Tuesday, October 11
Our autumn east coast holiday is off to a phenomenal start. The initial visit with my brother Tom and family (Emily, Zach and Jacob) could be summed up by: “Play, Play, Play and Play some more!”
We filled our days as spectators to soccer and baseball games, throwing the football in the street, hitting the wiffle ball, walking in the park, playing card games, working on puzzles and so much more. I am amazed how well my energy level held up – but not so amazed at how excellent a family visit is for the soul!
Yesterday the boys and Emily walked Laurie and I to the Metro Station and we worked our way up to my sister, Linda’s place in Ellicott City, MD.
The mutual joy we felt upon first seeing each other was extremely exciting and heartwarming. After a short athletic walk, the evening just got better as we prepared dinner, anticipating the arrival of Ryan and Danielle. It was wonderful to see them and share stories. They left, yet Linda, John, Laurie and I continued talking and laughing late into the evening despite relegating topic after topic to another evening. AHH – the soul feels grand!
I so look forward to the continuation of our holiday………………
In the spirit of “Keeping it Real” I do admit to a nagging angst about the rise in PSA (most likely indicating a tumor cell resurgence); so much so that we snuck in a retest at a local lab. Our OHSU team and we expect those results early tomorrow and await a recommendation.
So glad you’re getting the family time in, good for all your souls.
Disappointed with the PSA numbers,and there are bound to be a few blips…
And do you remember the now defunct airline PSA, sometimes known as “Pretty Safe Airline”. When I saw the picture of you flying upside down I had to wonder if they were back, and you were looking so nonchlant.
If you and Laurie can squeeze in a few more hugs feel one from me and Nancy . Tu amigo…