Happy Halloween

What a pretty day for Trick or Treating, Trunk or Treating, Halloween parties, or whatever. Mr. G is resting up so that he will be ready for our "candy guests".
He said that he met lots of travelers going to Nashville/Knoxville last night.
Hope all of you have a Happy Halloween. Don't forget to set those clocks back. (Spring forward. Fall back.)
Have a boooootiful day!

God loves you,
Cathy

Sunny Saturday

Mr. G. is trying to catch a quick nap. (UPS works at night, too!) I am packing to go to "the river" (not to be confused with "the lake"). A childhood to adulthood buddy of James' has invited us to his boat for the weekend. So when the snoozing stops, we will be off to visit with Joe and Mo on the Tennessee for the weekend. We haven't been able to get together with them this summer, so we are excited about getting away and visiting. We always have such a good time with them-no matter the time of year.
Feels like I need to be sure to pack some warm clothes. The air is always at least 10-20 degrees cooler on the water.

Enjoy this sunshine,
Cathy

Doctor's Visit

We just got home from Nashville and a visit with the oncologist, Dr. Keedy. It was not exactly what we wanted to hear. The tumors in the lungs are definitely smaller, however, there is a suspicious node on his adrenal gland. Dr. Keedy has him scheduled for a full body PET scan on November 2. We will then return for a consult with her on Thursday, November 5 for the results and discuss a plan of action if one is warranted.
He also has radiation issues-namely scarring, lesions, and fluid. She put him on steroids and cough medicine (for his 'kennel cough") to alleviate the symptoms.
I much preferred those appointments in which the tumors shrinking were the main topic of conversation.
On a good note, he was given a flu shot. I had emailed Dr. Keedy and asked whether she advised him having one. She did recommend it, but I had not convinced Mr. G. to do so. She just told him that the nurse was coming in to administer the flu shot. He wasn't given much choice in the matter. Hopefully, that is one thing that he will not have to worry about at this particular time in his "immune-challenged" state.
We did have a very nice partly sunny, fall day in which to travel.
God really shows out with his love of color at this time of year, doesn't he?

Have a great evening!
Love,
Cathy

"Where Has the Time Gone!"

I knew that I had not blogged in a while, but I didn't realize that it had been that long. We have had a fall break (a mission trip to the Appalachians for him) and a very busy week for family celebrations. Ruthie and Phillip had an anniversary on Wed.; Ruthie had a birthday on Thurs.; Kay had a birthday on Friday; Beau and Sarah had Senior Night at Johnnie Hale Stadium on Fri. night; and Brooks had a quick visit Friday through today. There was a large gathering of Drakes and offsprings (29) at Olive Garden yesterday after church. Believe it or not, there were still many family members out of pocket and not present for the lunch.
Mr. G. and I return to Nashville to Vanderbilt this Thursday, October 22 for a CT scan and consult with Dr. Keedy, the oncologist. He is not quite as spunky as he has been. Maybe the trip to Redbird Mission was a "bit too much, too soon". He still is not having any major problems, just lack of energy and stamina. He does, however, have a sufficient crop of new hair on his once bald head. "Cancer makes you thankful for such odd things at times."
Enjoy this glorious, autumn afternoon!
Have a blessed week,
Cathy

"Remember the Sabbath..."

Several of the men from First United Methodist, Vineyard Church, and the surrounding community (24 in all) left for the Redbird Mission in Beverly, Kentucky. Against my better judgment, Mr. G. was in that group. Hopefully, he won't over do.
How can you argue with blessings. There is great commraderie with that group since they have been together for many years, and those men are greatly blessed with the experience by being able to help make life better for others.
Pray God's blessings on a safe trip going and coming.
It is a soggy, Sunday morning. Of course, it is the start of our new week of fall break! It might just be a day for a lazy afternoon of reading or taking a nap.
Everyone get up and get ready for church.
May God bless each and everyone on this Sabbath and every day.
Cathy

"Long Time-No Blog"

Don't you just love this glorious fall weather!!!!!!!!!!
He is doing so well. We went to the radiologist on the 21st and got a good report. The tumors continue to shrink and Dr. Lu is most pleased that he is no longer on any type of medication (not even pain). He no longer has any pain except that associated with old age (one of the "Arthur" boys).
He leaves this Sunday for his yearly male mission trip for our church. Redbird Mission is in the heart of the Appalachians. Each year a women's and a men's team from our church go to this area and try to help some folks who desperately need help. Pray that he doesn't forget that "he is supposed to be recuperating and healing from being sick" and that he doesn't overdo.
All of my other bunch continue to improve from all the recent illness.
Kate, Andy, Kendall, and I are looking forward to a relaxing fall break. I hope that God saves some of this great weather for next week.
Love and prayers to all,
Cathy