Hello Everyone,

Today is the four week marker since the surgery.  Last week I had a follow-up MRI and a conversation with the neurosurgeon as well as a let’s-get-ready for radiation visit with the radiology folks.  I have to say (knock on wood) things are progressing well.  

The MRI showed very little tumor tissue left after the operation.  Dr. Penar actually seemed pleased with the outcome!  We knew there would be remnants left over because of the caution he wanted to exercise as he worked in narrow quarters to protect vital structures.  I will be starting radiation on April 4 and that will continue for thirty sessions.  As I may have mentioned before, the hospital is a fifteen minute walk from our front door.  I am so glad not to be driving 1-2 hours for each of these sessions!  

Currently, I’m still experiencing some tiredness but much less so than last week.  Ann and I were able to attend Easter services on Sunday with Kyla and Cianya and Joekai!  I am virtually pain free though my right eyelid is a bit droopy and that hampers the vision from that eye a bit.  But hey, I’m not complaining.  I’m in quite a good place and my zipper has healed sufficiently so children don’t go running and screaming when they approach me on the street.

Thank you for the ever-present light you have beamed my way.  I think as I head into radiation, I won’t be updating Rathbones2016 as much as I have.  I’ve tried to be a bit balanced about letting you know how things are going and so appreciate your sticking with me.  I will let you know how things are going during radiation and when I write my last update, I'll note that as well.

BTW, this strange bird appeared at our bird feeder late last week.  Curious if anyone might be able to identify it???

All the best,

and Thank You!

Charlie and Ann