Day 393 - Delayed trip back to Seattle

After talking with the doctors in Seattle today, we decided it would just be easier if we started his chemo dose here in Great Falls.  With Patrick's calf and now his hernia surgery, it would be tough to head back to Seattle for Ryan's chemo.  So, we've set up our next Seattle appointment for mid June, which should give Patrick time to heal.  (It also means he should be up to helping me pack the apartment, which makes me happy!)

We had a lovely dinner with the grandparents today.  I got to spend most of the afternoon chatting with my mom, before she heads back home tomorrow morning.  And, today was my last day at Stanford High School.  As I've decided to stay home and homeschool Ryan, I started today working on his math facts!  I think it will be fun!!  Once I get caught up on my sleep, I have so many plans... I can't wait!

Thank you all for the continued prayers and good thoughts!

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  1. Lois HillMay 18, 2018 at 9:24 PM

    that is fantastic news :) :) :) prayers for Patrick's healing--both the calf and the hernia. You are out of school!! now you "just" have to teach Ryan at home!!?? Glad you got to visit with your mom, she is a sweetie. she sure pitched in at the Mothers Day Breakfast at the RCC!!
    LUV U all

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  2. AnonymousMay 21, 2018 at 6:59 AM

    Ryan has an excellent teacher!

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