Good Day for Pops!

Pop required less pain medication yesterday, great appetite, and was able to visit with company. Vicki and Joe came for a visit. Father Jerome Spexarth made a special visit, left a rosary, blessed Pop, and we all prayed together. That meant a lot to Pop. It was the first day he has really felt like company. Some of Pop's buddies also came for an afternoon visit. Really made his day. It was a good day for him.

The MD's and the hospital staff are wonderful. They provide him with a morning paper, bring him anything he asks for to eat. His appetite is picking up. He is more alert. God is good!



Pop had the first of ten radiation treatments yesterday and tolerated it well. I spoke with the radiology oncologist (Dr. Kelley) about the results of the PET scan. He indicated there was no primary site found anywhere and said that occurs in 5% of this kind of cancer. He will work closely with Dr. Moore and they will adjust Pop's pain medication as we progress with radiation and chemotherapy. They are focusing radiation on his spine and SI joints at the present and then will move on to other areas as needed. Dr Kelley indicated the PET scan did confirm the bone lesions are diffuse throughout the body.

Again, the medical goal is to restore Pop to a functioning pain free level. We will take one day at a time and be thankful Pop is with us to enjoy that day. Keep the prayers coming!

Love,
Mom