10.22.2008

Dad has had a fantastic day. His good friend Don H. came to visit with him today, they spent three hours visiting and having lunch at Subway. When I called dad this afternoon to see how his day was he was so excited to tell me about a new book that he had been reading. One of their dear neighbors and friend brought by a book that has opened the flood gates of memories from dad's mission in Germany. I could feel of dad's excitement as he was telling me about all of the connections he had made while reading today.

Dad's radiation treatments have been different this week as the doctor has ordered longer treatments on only two sites rather than four. Dad said that his Radiation Oncologist had told him the last two weeks of treatment would be somewhat different than the first four, they also took plain x-rays today at treatment. Dad's scar has healed so nicely, he has taken very careful care of massaging Vitamin E oil to the surgery site several times a day.

One of the greatest moments of today is when Michele called to have mom talk to Carson about his big day. Carson explained to mom that he had been given an assignment to write a report in school about a local government official, he could choose whomever he wanted to research and report on. In Michele Evans style she suggested that they start at the top, so she called the Governor's office to see how she could arrange to bring Carson to the State Capitol to see where our Utah Government officials work. She was told that the Governor would be happy to talk to Carson and show him around his office, they were given an appointment to go to the Governors office on October 22, 2008.

Carson and Governor Jon Huntsman

10.22.2008

Governor Huntsman showed Carson around his office, allowed him to sit at his desk, and took him to his memorabilia room to show him his motorcycle helmets and trophy's.

Governor Huntsman provided Carson with great information for his report and brochures to use in his oral presentation. Governor Huntsman and Carson talked about his daughter Gracie who is Carson's exact age and then he presented Carson with a handwritten note thanking him for visiting him and that he deserves an A on his report. I think we have a little politician on our hands.

When dad learned of Carson's big day he was so, so excited and so, so proud. Dad has had a quality filled day. We are excited to hear how Carson's oral presentation goes tomorrow. Way to go Michele, you and Matt are such great parents!