And more progress

Frank continues to gain weight and strength. He is focused and continues to feel well and has been able, for the first time, to climb the stairs. Frank was given permission from the doctor to go out amongst people, when he feels strong enough. The main concern is his weakened immune system and coming in contact with sick people. But it's all good for now!

Progess

Frank has had his ups and downs in the past month but is steadily improving even though it seems like a pace of two steps forward, and one step backward. His appetite has returned, and he has now gained 10 pounds. Frank is also working to rebuild his muscle tone and size through exercise and medication. The doctor is constantly adjusting his medication and monitoring the ramifications of mixing the required medications. The good news is Frank's focus is better than ever, and he is cutting through his reading list.

My termination from Serco after 9 years

If you are following this blog, then you understand that we don’t know how much time I have left – which can be tonight or some date in the near or late future. What we do know is that there is no cure, and the doctor works only to stabilize and give me a painless lifestyle – up to this point that has meant being bed ridden except for trips to the clinic and my stays in the hospital. A key to my success, after all the chemo and other "out there experiments," is to keep my morale up - to allow me hope. I was delivered a devasting blow last week. It was sent by Fed Ex and required a signature. It was scanned to show the original, but names were omitted. If you would like to respond after reading the following termination letter, you can leave your comments here. You need not sign them. Later, I will express what it did to me. Just click on the thumnail image of the letter, and it will take you to a full-size copy of the letter. - Frank

A good week.

Frank's doctor visit and testing last week culminated in a declaration that Frank's body is in balance. The word remission was used; however, the meaning here is more of a delicate balance that Frank is enjoying at this time. Frank remains in good spirits, focused, and hopeful.

A busy holiday; a tough week; a celebration of life.

Frank had a good holiday season and Christmas with visits from family and friends. He also enjoyed a Christmas Eve Mass with fellow Priests & family. Unfortunately, last week marked the return of pneumonia, and Frank found himself returning to the hospital each day for intravenous antibiotics. Today, Sunday, he is feeling much better, and he Baptized his newest granddaughter, Zoe. Frank is very anxious to get back to the doctor this week to discuss future treatment plans.