I do understand that my son, Larry Kyo, would like to take a vacation. He has worked hard this year and wants to go away next week with his friends. He was even kind enough to ask me if it would be ok. It was, UNTIL he told me that they are going back to camp at the same location in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina where he got his Blastomycosis from last summer. He had a serious case of Blasto and has just gone off the antibiotics for it. He is willing to risk this just to drive fast on some road with twists and turns? And he tells me not worry. My worry is completely burned out.
Hubby Larry did finish his grading! Had to complete it using my computer. Another one of those aggravations that should not have been a big deal but ended up being so. Best Buy, HHgreg and Abt had no CPU towers in stock under $800. Had to order it and should be coming this weekend. We still cannot believe that his computer got fried from a storm.
I see him getting physically stronger. I am trying to help him with the mental part but it is very difficult. This morning we discussed what he would be doing today. The first thing he did was do 16 push ups. A few days ago he could only do 10 so this is good progress. He was very upset at only being able to do 10. Never having any physical limitations before is adding to his depression. When we see the Dr next week I am hoping he is able to get some medication to help with this.
We have not received the blood test results from this week. Still not seeing any signs yet that the one infection is better. Hoping that the blood test gives us some good news for the blood infections.
A big THANK YOU to Kirstin for bringing us a delicious salmon dinner last night. Also, to Joann H. and Joann C. for supplying us with dinner a few weeks ago. I love to cook but I am like Larry's computer-fried! I cannot get rid of this fatigue. Go to bed with it and wake up with it. Whoever, reads this today-send us both a mental thought of energy. It will be very welcomed.
Hoping that everyone is enjoying the summer and staying healthy. Love,
Melody
Melody,
ReplyDeleteI hope you can let Larry Kyo go--maybe that's what he needs right now, crazy as it sounds. And I'm so happy to hear that Larry's feeling more like himself and even doing push-ups.
Since you mentioned a few people bringing dinner, maybe you could post a few words about what you want or need from those of us who are close enough geographically to stop by. I was afraid that coming to the house would be too intrusive, but maybe not? I'd love t bring some food over--any specific days better than others? Times of day?
Anything else you need someone to do? This blog is a gift to all of us, and being asked to do something specific would be more than OK.
Hugs to all of you--
Debra
I am happy for progression. Two days in a row. The day before, edema lifted. Today, he's stronger - AND he accomplished something related to his work. Now, yes, blessed energy - mental, physical and emotional for the Metzger family.
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