Monthly Archives: October 2010

Kalani had a surprise 16th birthday Halloween party thrown by Julie Smith and Alecia Raymond.  We actually were able to pull off the “Surprise” part–so thanks to all the kids who helped keep the secret, and thanks to Julie for … Continue reading →

    Grateful for the sunshine and warmth, and even more grateful I felt good enough to go to the Canyon Crest Halloween Parade.   Kawena wasn’t sure I’d make it, so it was fun for me to support her. … Continue reading →

It’s interesting-usually you go to the doctor, and the doctor addresses your case while your in the room, and he doesn’t think about you again after you leave.  When you get this sick, the doctors talk about you by email … Continue reading →

    So grateful for a beautiful day!  Of course, for the freezing cold snow and wind, I could wait til December!  Kala and Kai were out raking leaves tonight in the cold. Yesterday, as we told our children the … Continue reading →

I saw the pulmonologist , Dr. Ross today, and he said my lungs are clear of fluid and strong.  There’s still a tumor in there, but it has shrunk by an inch.  Then we went to see the oncologist, Dr Rich … Continue reading →

I went to sacrament meeting today and enjoyed it.  I came home to eat and take a short nap before going back for Young Women, but unfortunately my “Short nap” turned into a longer nap, so I missed the last … Continue reading →

Jillian Freedman and I were playing the other day, and she commented she really liked my “hair hat.”  I asked her if she wanted to try it on, and …vwala. You can see I have a little fuzz growing in, … Continue reading →

Today’s scans went well-no results yet, but I didn’t do anything embarrassing either.  I was able to drink the six cups of liquid, and with some Valium never crawled out of the MRI machine.  Of course it took all day … Continue reading →

Tomorrow is a big day–MRI and CT scan—but I’m ready!! Kala will take me to the hospital at 8:30 am.  We go  “forward with faith,” and I know I will be blessed! TheYM/YW had their Halloween party for special needs … Continue reading →

It was great to see Ben Roush and family here over the weekend.  Ben just returned from his mission-spanish speaking in Oregon.  I’ve been reading Ben’s family emails for two years and will miss the growth and inspiration from his … Continue reading →