Batten the Hatches- Frost Advisory
The big news from Redlands is that the temperature almost got low enough to have frost. All the local channels were running banners at the bottom of the screen warning about temperatures possibly reaching freezing. Breaking news, the frost did not appear.
I have now completed six treatments and everything is going well. I am not experiencing any side effects. My time slot is now more consistent at 6:30 pm. The request is in for an early morning slot, but I am a relative "newbie" so I don't have much choice.
There have been some surprises over this last week. First is how many Vietnam vets are being treated here, apparently the use of Agent Orange is a proven risk factor for prostate cancer in vets. There is a lot of discussion of the war in Iraq and Vietnam in the waiting room. These discussions have prompted me to begin reading a book on the history of the Vietnam war. This is a change for this avid reader of mystery novels. The second surprise is how much both of us miss our work. We knew that we would miss the people that we work with, they are such great people. The mental challenge of work is a bigger part of our lives than we realized.
We really enjoyed the weekend in San Diego, about a two hour drive away. We got to spend some quality time with our granddaughter Piper. She is a real character and a lot of fun to be around.
The sun is coming up on the horizon, I will check for frost and keep you posted.
I have now completed six treatments and everything is going well. I am not experiencing any side effects. My time slot is now more consistent at 6:30 pm. The request is in for an early morning slot, but I am a relative "newbie" so I don't have much choice.
There have been some surprises over this last week. First is how many Vietnam vets are being treated here, apparently the use of Agent Orange is a proven risk factor for prostate cancer in vets. There is a lot of discussion of the war in Iraq and Vietnam in the waiting room. These discussions have prompted me to begin reading a book on the history of the Vietnam war. This is a change for this avid reader of mystery novels. The second surprise is how much both of us miss our work. We knew that we would miss the people that we work with, they are such great people. The mental challenge of work is a bigger part of our lives than we realized.
We really enjoyed the weekend in San Diego, about a two hour drive away. We got to spend some quality time with our granddaughter Piper. She is a real character and a lot of fun to be around.
The sun is coming up on the horizon, I will check for frost and keep you posted.
posted by llk at
6:15 AM
7 Comments:
Randy: Thanks for putting all the time into this. It will be intriguing to follow your experience. I like the people angles you are weaving in (Vietnam vets, desk clerk). If you are up to it, I am also eager for details on how the treatments are administered and what it feels like (if anything). But maybe that is too personal. I look forward to reading more.
Fondly,
Steve L.
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Anonymous, at 8:11 AM
Randy, I have heard the word "blog" but until now never see a blog. Pretty cool way to communicate. Good to hear your getting along well. Things are going well in operations. Were going to miss you for the Christmas party.
Take care Randy,
Mike Blaylock
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Anonymous, at 8:29 AM
Hi Randy,
Thought I would check out your site... appreciate your willingness to share your thoughts and experiences. Sounds like your treatments are going well thus far... Hope that continues.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time... Its great that you have some time to take on some new interests and spend time with Piper? (Is she named after Ruth's surname?) Thanks for the frost report.... Its darn cold here...got down to 5 at Leavenworth... but the electrons are still flowing except for a few minor distribution outages...We'll do our best to keep the lights on.... keep us posted..
Ken Johnson
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Anonymous, at 9:18 AM
Randy: So great to hear that you are getting through in such good shape...and nice of you to share the experience. As you experience new things, so do all of us (this blogging thing is pretty neat!!!)
Best wishes for you and all of your family and God's speed in your recovery.
Sincerely,
Kevin H.
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Anonymous, at 11:25 AM
Randy,
Thank you for the chance to stay updated on your experience. It's good to hear that things are going well thus far. We sure miss you around here.
Jack Collett
PS
The Christas treats are starting to accumulate on our conference table - and since you are not here, I am eating for both of us ...
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Anonymous, at 1:18 PM
Imagine - rlowe a blogger! The world is full of surprises. The site looks great and it's good to hear that things are going well. Let us know when it frosts. We are coooold up here. I am thinking you ordered this harsh winter to take place while you are in Cali! No matter. We needed it one way or another. With any luck at all the snow will be waiting for you when you return - and late into the summer. Take care. Our prayers are with you both.
Jeri F.
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Anonymous, at 3:00 PM
Hi Dad --
Thanks for keeping this updated, I love hearing about what you and Mom are up to. It's a bit dreary here in Seattle, I am counting the days until I come visit!
Miss and love you lots,
Karen
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