tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post9023645228577843212..comments2023-12-28T17:18:03.050-05:00Comments on In the Direction of Our Dreams: Day +4 – dropping slowlySherryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00328866430156879312noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-16393167545705941292012-07-21T20:24:15.098-04:002012-07-21T20:24:15.098-04:00Glad that David is still got some stamina, even if...Glad that David is still got some stamina, even if it wanes a bit. We're so glad that he's looking terrific! Sherry, you need a break for sure :) As far as browsers, I used to be a Firefox devotee, but am a Chrome person now, even if it means more Google products on my laptop. They seem to have the monopoly on things now :)owensontheroadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12076915620668491771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-1542066979670358842012-07-21T14:45:30.173-04:002012-07-21T14:45:30.173-04:00Sock codes and snack carts - that hospital has it ...Sock codes and snack carts - that hospital has it all! I do think Dad's overall health is helping him be the most 'fit' one on the floor - I am not surprised that not sleeping well with all kind of drugs coursing through the veins would make someone tire quickly - overall, it sounds like he is coping as well as can be expected and they are taking good care of him. Are there other anti-nausea pill options maybe? I could just see the face you probably made when that vacuum exploded - grrrrr!! Too bad there wasn't an AM traffic channel for that ride home - that is definitely exercise for the clutch foot!Carrienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-75986328971746209532012-07-21T12:31:14.872-04:002012-07-21T12:31:14.872-04:00So very glad David is doing so well! Walking is a...So very glad David is doing so well! Walking is a good thing. :) You certainly deserve all the Almond Joy you can get. I prefer Mounds ;) Since I started following your blog, I have boarded the cancer rollercoaster yet once again. Had breast cancer 11 years ago and this time it was found during appendectomy. I'm Wearing Yellow and LivingSTRONG. Will keep sending positive energy to you both. Enjoy each other and the moment. :)Texas Yellow Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18416672836387064595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-8023158770345288972012-07-21T10:55:29.745-04:002012-07-21T10:55:29.745-04:00I have Windows 7 Premium 64 bit vs. 32 bit, whatev...I have Windows 7 Premium 64 bit vs. 32 bit, whatever that means. I use Chrome. It works ok for me but I still prefer XP over any of them. Unfortunately, you can't get that anymore.<br />Glad you got your Almond Joy fix. I love them too, but now, I'll spend the day humming "Sometimes you feel like a nut, sometimes you don't!" :)<br />Hope you both have a better day today.Gail Houlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04514395566282599562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-5026100104769352542012-07-21T09:34:31.818-04:002012-07-21T09:34:31.818-04:00So glad that the little red cart is coming in hand...So glad that the little red cart is coming in handy - and multi-functional at that! Warm wishes and big hugs are being sent to both of you! :-)Dan and Triciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17470671942137771745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-71549349590657066652012-07-21T09:16:47.675-04:002012-07-21T09:16:47.675-04:00I had to laugh at your problem with the vacuum cle...I had to laugh at your problem with the vacuum cleaner. I don't have the same type of vacuum, but it must be made similar because I have done the exact same thing....(more than once too). <br /><br />I have Windows Home Premium on my new laptop. I use Google Chrome (per Rick's recommendation) and have no problems. I'm not a computer whiz, so maybe I'm not understanding your problem, but mine works just fine.<br /><br />I'm gad David is still doing okay. It's certainly understandable he would be out of breath with those low red blood counts. I think he's doing remarkable and I'll bet better than his counterparts.<br /><br />How's the sleeping? Any better?<br /><br />We just came in from a walk at 8am...and you are certainly right...the humidity is awful. I think I could sit outside only as long as I had a fan or a breeze.Karen and Alhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15284661066870109259noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-31504746580244451872012-07-21T08:24:13.504-04:002012-07-21T08:24:13.504-04:00We use mozilla firefox tooWe use mozilla firefox tooK-9 Smileshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09670838525432340413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-3984804700760323732012-07-21T07:39:53.217-04:002012-07-21T07:39:53.217-04:00Be sure and put us on your Verizon list;o)) I am...Be sure and put us on your Verizon list;o)) I am still amazed that David is able to do as much as he is doing. I believe his stamina is amazing for where his blood numbers are at. Keep up the good fight!! Glad you found that IE9 was the issue and David got his laptop connected. I also can't believe how well the two of you look in the hallway picture. Says something for your healthy lifestyle:o)) <br /><br />Know we think of you both everyday!!Nancy and Billhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12923426994795610528noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-92182993113098173972012-07-21T07:35:14.532-04:002012-07-21T07:35:14.532-04:00Sounds like the second "clean up" was fa...Sounds like the second "clean up" was far worse than the first with the vacuum. I like the "lightweight" part. We have central vac (which I love for a big house) - but I also have a very lightweight plug in model that I use for quick cleanups. David looks wonderful. His tan legs and purple socks are a hit... and it is good to know that he is not a "fall risk." I am hoping that the diversity in each day there makes it a little more manageable mentally. Just being in the hospital that long is a challenge.. not being able to go outside. David... keep up pushing that walking... sounds like you are the athlete of the floor! Sherry - you are doing a wonderful job for the two of you.. not easy I know. You are both in the battle of a lifetime and using good weapons to fight back... positive energy and strong will. I know that you both know that you just have to take it a day at a time... perhaps an hour at a time... and do the very best with each challenge. Obviously you have both done this. You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers.carol boydnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-45301571719954484372012-07-21T07:03:54.899-04:002012-07-21T07:03:54.899-04:00A long day ending with a traffic jam -- not what y...A long day ending with a traffic jam -- not what you needed.<br /><br />I seldom use IE anymore, except at the office, where we have PCs. Our MACs have Safari, and I've downloaded Chrome as well to have a second browser to test problems.Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08333995679958103393noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-71716180421626002262012-07-21T05:49:21.538-04:002012-07-21T05:49:21.538-04:00We have the same vacuum and have done exactly the ...We have the same vacuum and have done exactly the same thing- that little door at the bottom has a mind of its own. So happy you like the cookies. We will get you the recipe and more cookies.Catherine, Jo Beth and Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06889362286725037937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-2516692567014998972012-07-21T01:13:07.314-04:002012-07-21T01:13:07.314-04:00i abandoned IE long ago and prefer to use mozilla ...i abandoned IE long ago and prefer to use mozilla firefox.. our mileage may vary.heyduke50https://www.blogger.com/profile/14927304490275027002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-78185726026822180452012-07-21T01:10:53.969-04:002012-07-21T01:10:53.969-04:00oh, Sherry, you are so strong and so brave...Empty...oh, Sherry, you are so strong and so brave...Emptying the tanks, trips to the hospital, being so strong for the man of your life, computer and vacuum problems.... Every time I whine about something, I need to stop and think of you and your David and continue to keep you in my prayers.<br />Is there a Costco or Sam's club where you can buy a BIG Box of Almond Joys? :)<br />Sending ((((((((((hugs)))))))))) your way. <br /><br />~BettyBetty Graffishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18046446675394381066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-64385780040089867272012-07-21T00:32:37.735-04:002012-07-21T00:32:37.735-04:00We have a mini Dyson, which I can't seem to le...We have a mini Dyson, which I can't seem to learn how to use (*snicker*).The Good Luck Duckhttp://thegoodluckduck.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-30432830606102513572012-07-21T00:13:14.733-04:002012-07-21T00:13:14.733-04:00ahh, Sherry, may tomorrow be a bit easier for you....ahh, Sherry, may tomorrow be a bit easier for you. Vacuums! When I was a very young wife, my husband sold vacuum cleaners door to door. We managed to get a couple at the church to let us demonstrate. He was doing fine, and wanted to show them how powerful the Rainbow vacuum was so he hooked it up to theirs to show its greater suction. Sales ploy he had practiced often. Of course, the vacuum blew apart and dirt ended up all over their white sofa and white carpets. One of my more devastating moments as a young wife. Needless to say, he didn't sell the vacuum to them.Sue Malonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00332448503740101970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-5132426515884896782012-07-20T23:14:21.997-04:002012-07-20T23:14:21.997-04:00When I was a backpacker I always got cold after ea...When I was a backpacker I always got cold after eating dinner, which is why I always crawled into my sleeping bag and ended up falling asleep before dark. I was told that my body was using the food energy to digest my food rather than keep me warm. Don't know if there is a connection, but evidently David's food energy is going for something else besides keeping him warm. If you find out anything about it, I'd be interested in knowing.Gypsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18052445200220681513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-15370037046256420652012-07-20T22:27:04.524-04:002012-07-20T22:27:04.524-04:00Hey Paul, Send the doll on. We'll definitely u...Hey Paul, Send the doll on. We'll definitely use it. David downloaded another browser and everything works fine. The problem is definitely IE 9. Don't upgrade. I'm still using 7 and have no intention of upgrading until they force me, which is exactly what they do if you buy a new laptop. grrrrrrrrSherryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00328866430156879312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-43224448503779708722012-07-20T22:25:56.561-04:002012-07-20T22:25:56.561-04:00I was getting a little concerned. I imagine you AR...I was getting a little concerned. I imagine you ARE tired. It's been a while since I've driven a stick, but I wouldn't want to be using it on 75 with the traffic backing up. Glad you got home safely, Sherry.<br /><br />It appears that your healthy lifestyle is paying off. David is amazing that he can walk as far as he's walking. I'm sure his diet and exercise regimen has a lot to do with it.<br /><br />Mary has had to have quite a few blood transfusions, and felt better after getting each one. Hopefully, she won't need any more.<br /><br />I did the very same thing with the vacuum I have. You seemed to have dealt with it with few cuss words than I did! That's one reason I prefer the bags. Now I have a small Eureka with a bag, a filter inside AND a Hepa filter. Inexpensive, but great suction. It's a small canister, but with Jack's hair I can almost fill a bag with each vacuum once around the house. At least it doesn't blow out the odor that my old upright did, and I have mostly wood floors so the one I have does me fine, and has an attachment for the one rug that I have.<br /><br />You didn't say if David got a better night's sleep. I'm hoping he did, and I hope you sleep well, tonight.<br /><br />Hard to believe that it's been a whole week since the Melphalan. I am hoping that David, who seems to take everything in stride and is a model patient, will have few if any side effects. <br /><br />Good night, Sherry.Jackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06371157074687319596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-44442076881079473662012-07-20T22:20:00.647-04:002012-07-20T22:20:00.647-04:00I wish I could help with David's computer prob...I wish I could help with David's computer problem, but I barely can spell "IT" let alone fix something.<br /><br />All I can offer is to send you a voodoo doll of Bill Gates so you can cause him as much agony as he's caused you... :c)Paul and Marti Dahlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17332654035718777839noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4309293625176086078.post-82553452864963806602012-07-20T22:12:13.825-04:002012-07-20T22:12:13.825-04:00It has been a long day for you both for sure. So s...It has been a long day for you both for sure. So sorry sherry that it took so long to get back home. Hard to deal with when you are tired for sure. David you are looking great!!! The stamina will return. So sorry the nausea is still rearing it's ugly head. Hopefully they will provide a script for anti nausea meds upon discharge. Sherry I love your red cart how handy. Hoping David is sleeping better. Thinking of you both and praying for positive results. Take care. I was concerned while watching for today's update...glad to know the day was not too bad.Elainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13697546364119777641noreply@blogger.com