Wednesday, September 24, 2008

9.22.2008

Dave took dad to his final Rehab session this morning, Dad has been released from Rehab due to his high performance and progress. He will now do physical therapy at home by walking on the treadmill, walking outdoors (weather permitting), and riding his stationary bike.

Mom came home and took dad to his first of 30 radiation treatments. They were in and out in less than 30 minutes, when I went over later this evening dad looked great and was pleased with how it all went. Dad will begin the oral chemo tonight, our prayers are for minimal side effects and a restful nights sleep.

We are discovering that today's little pleasures and accomplishments are the events that make up our lives. We are learning to forget about the "what's" and "why's" of yesterday, look forward to tomorrow with anticipation and savouring each treasured moment of today.

Mom and Dad's core strength never ceases to amaze us. Their positivity affects everyone around them, this in turn affects the current situation we are experiencing. They are teaching us that a positive attitude, positive thinking, positive actions and optimism leads us to the good life. Today, life is good.

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