Nov 25

We survived Turkey Day.  Had a nice dinner with other RV folks in the yurt here at the park.  There were about 25 of us and plenty of food and socializing.

The week was uneventful except for an unexpected trip to UWMC for a procedure to look inside my bladder.  There is still a small amount of bacteria even after the latest round of antibiotics and the Urologist wanted to see inside to make sure there wasn’t a place where bacteria could be lurking.  She said it looked great and she couldn’t find anything wrong.  The procedure wasn’t bad, especially after the two valium they gave me!!!  She will send results to Dr. Raghu and recommend that nothing further be done so we will see.

I did use an electric shopping cart for the first time at Costco on Monday and didn’t run into anything or anyone….  It was great!  Tried to shop at Barnes & Noble and Pier 1 but they were both a real struggle.  Dan & Terri have loaned me a walker that I will try next time so I can sit down when I need to. 

We had quite a storm for a few days this week with heavy rain and wind.  No major problems here in the park and we were comfy in the RV.  Violet now has a bright yellow raincoat!!! 

The new Safeway store across the road is open and Bob has been there several times already.  I will check it out sometime next week and maybe use one of their electric carts….

We want to wish Kathy and Ric a great trip south and then on to Nebraska.  Drive safe.  Please stay in touch. 

Hope everyone is enjoying the long week-end.  More to come next week!  

Nov 19

Another week has come and gone.  

Sunday, Mary and Bill from Gig Harbor paid us a visit, we had lunch at the Country Café right up the road, and shared a few stories. Bill helped Bob measure the side of the RV to identify some frames because we had an issue with the awning anchor coming away from the wall.   We really enjoyed the time with them. 

Not a lot of changes.  Therapy and shopping were a struggle this week but at least I’m still breathing.

Missed therapy on Friday, and spent the time at a Super Wal-Mart in Marysville, about 20 miles north of us.  Took the scenic route home and drove past the Naval Station in Everett.  Carrier and 4 smaller vessels in port.  Nice place, but Bob really does not miss it.. 

Tonight should be the coldest yet, but then a heat wave will hit.  Might get some temps in the 50’s.   Snow was predicted, but the weather people are rarely correct.  

Again, a quiet week.  Can’t believe it is almost Thanksgiving already!  Who would have thought we would still be waiting here….  Wishing everyone a great turkey day and be sure to count your blessings!!!! 

November 11, 2011 Veterans Day

This has been a great week!  Last week-end we had a visit from Jim, Marci, Cassie and their friend Sarah.  Marci fixed a great breakfast Saturday morning and then the girls had pedicures in the afternoon.  Bob and Jim went to the pier and dreamed of Yachts and winning the lottery.  Saturday evening we went to Bonefish Grill for an awesome dinner including wine and dessert!  It was wonderful.  
We came home after dinner and ‘the kids’ went partying at a local bar that has live music.  They were a little concerned about being Oregonians since the Ducks had just tromped the Huskies so they made a point of telling people they were Beaver’s! 

Monday evening we got together with Kathy and Mike from Post Falls, ID for dinner at Applebee’s.  Mike is doing well and they were just here for a routine doctor visit.  He has had a few bumps in the road but looks really good.  It was great to see them.

I had a doctor visit on Monday with the Urology Clinic.  They can’t find any problems except for the low level bacteria that I can’t seem to get rid of.  They have once again put me on an antibiotic for 10 days and I’m hoping this will do the trick. 

Tuesday was the Lung Transplant Support Group meeting.  Always a good thing because it gives me hope seeing all of those who have received ‘new’ lungs and hearing how they are doing.  A recent recipient was on the list for over 3 years.  Yes, there are sometimes issues but usually not anything they can’t deal with.  Being able to breath without thinking about it would be worth the hurdles. 

Wednesday at Pulmonary Rehab was the best effort I have been able to do in about a month!  Managed to do all of the machines and all of the exercises so that gave me hope.  Of course, I won’t ever get better but I just don’t want to keep getting worse! 

Jon & Ched came for a visit on Thursday and it was great to spend some time with them.  Ched brought Pilipino food for us (we are having it for dinner tonight) and they took us to lunch at Applebee’s.  It was great.   Bob and Jon shared stories (not lies) of their past...  ;-)

I received so many birthday cards and wishes (internet, Face Book, etc.) and feel so loved!  Thank you all for your support and for thinking of me!  I played the Beatles song “When I’m Sixty-Four” since that is what I am and I have been looking forward to that for awhile.  Not being 64 but playing the song!!!!  Jim, Marci and Cassie gave me a large box of Moonstruck Chocolates and they are fantastic!  Have to be careful I don’t eat too many all at once. 

Cassie turned 13 yesterday and is at Disneyland celebrating!  Jim & Marci’s friend Andrea offered to take her again (they have been 2 or 3 times together) and we know they are having a fantastic time!

It looks like we have a quiet week ahead of and no visitors.  Probably good considering the weather ahead of us this week. 

We had a young couple visit us that are considering a rv model like ours.  We were able to give them a tour and they had a lot of questions.  They had a Nash trailer a few years ago and want to make a move up in the world.  

November 4

Just completed a much better week!!!  Feeling better both physically and emotionally thanks to all the good vibes from everyone!!! 

Libby and Irene were here for a couple of days and we had a great time visiting.  Libby, Bob and I went to Elizabeth & Alexander’s “tea room” for lunch and that was quite the experience.  Very fancy and expensive but we had fun.  Not exactly a ‘guy’ place but Bob was a good sport about it! 

Sunday Mark & Nancy came to visit and that was nice too.  We went to Applebee’s for lunch and enjoyed our time together. 

Then we spent Halloween eve with Dan and Teri for a great dinner and conversation.  They are a strong support for us.  

Thursday Sheri & Peggy were here and we took them to the Maltby Café.  It was so good to see them and they drove all the way from Baker City just to see me (us).  What a treat! 

Found out who gave me the ‘courage’ stone and it was Jan K. from Cove!  She also sent a box full of little birthday gifts that I am anxious to open as I’m sure it will be entertaining!  What wonderful friends we have…. 

Got flowers from Cindy, Ron, Cathy, Ray and the boys today.  Tomorrow I am 64 and I have received so many nice cards.  Jim, Marci, Cassie and their friend Sarah will be here this evening for the week-end.  The girls have a pedicure appointment tomorrow at 2:00 and Jim made dinner reservations for tomorrow night at Bone Fish Grill.  It will be fun.  Marci has breakfast planned for tomorrow and maybe we will go to the Maltby Café on Sunday morning.  Looking forward to spending some time with them. 

Sunday afternoon Kathy and Mike will be returning for a doctor visit on Monday.  We are hoping to get together with them while they are here.  Anxious to hear how Mike is doing… 

Well, thanks again everyone for your words of encouragement and helping us get through this.  We honestly couldn’t do it without your support! 

This coming week will have a doctor appointment on Monday, Lung Transplant support group on Tues and more of the Pulmonary Rehab workouts.