So much to do and not the time to do it. Especially for Walt. He has such an intense schedule of what he has to do next that it's becoming overwhelming. Mostly because he spends so much time with his eyes closed. He is very weak and tired all of the time. We had a Skype phone conversation with the cancer researcher on Friday. It was 2 hours and 45 minutes of intense learning. Amanda took notes and Walt moaned because he just kept hearing more and more of what we have to do next. So very interesting and informative, but also a lot of work. Not sure how much of it we will be able to put into play as Walt is to tired and weak to do much of anything. I told someone the other day (probably Amanda, cause I tell her everything) that I write this blog with only one person in mind. The rest of you can weed through and hopefully get some understanding, but my objective is to try to keep everyone informed without embarrassing Walt. He is my main focus so not everything gets told here, but I am not trying to sugar coat things either. Every day is a struggle and it brings new trials. Just know that we are trying our best to do what we can to make life comfortable and happy. It's not easy to know what is best, but so far we have managed to keep Walt out of pain and he sleeps real good. Tomorrow we will get a chair for the shower (don't we all want an excuse to sit down and let the water run over us? Thanks Walt, now I can). He can't stand for long periods so that will help him.
We went to a gathering last night. Lots of good food and great company. Happy Anniversary Theresa and Dan and thanks for the fun evening. Walt was so happy to get out and enjoy the company. He especially loved the stuffed jalapenos even tho I took the bacon off.
We went to our meeting this morning, but it was a struggle. He couldn't remember how to tie his tie (this is just part of the weakness. It effects all parts of the body). He is very wobbly on his feet and looks so frail in his way over sized suit. When we walked in it just set the whole congregation into a tizzy (I like that word, tizzy. It's funny). Some who hadn't seen him in a while were a little surprised and the tears flowed. Well, I can manage if I don't see others crying, but I'm a goner when I do. What a chain reaction. But, Walt was overwhelmed (in a good way) with all of the attention he was getting. Brother's were dressing him (tied his tie) and sisters were kissing and hugging him. The love we both felt was incredible. The talk was beautiful about "Family Life That Warms Your Heart". My favorite part was when the brother was talking about different situations that might be hard to deal with. He used the scripture in Galatians 6:9 "So let us not give up in doing what is fine, for in due season we shall reap if we do not tire out". Think that will become my new favorite scripture. Don't want to give up.
We have so many wonderful friends and family. We are truly blessed and very comforted by all. Someday I will be able to "tell all" on the many different ways we have been helped, but for now just know that you are all helping with your prayers. Thank you and love to all.
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