Welcome Home Mom!

Peg and I arrived in Dallas Weds night around 10:30 pm where Mom was waiting up at Chuck & Teri's house. It was so good to see her. She looked good for going through what she has, no surprise with all the good care she had gotten while she was there. We had a great Thurs and Friday in Dallas and took off for the trip home at 7:30 am Sat. We all had some concerns about how well Mom would make the trip, but I have to say she actually traveled 100% better than any of us thought.

We arrived last night at 11:00 pm and were all tired. We made frequent stops for gas, food and bathroom breaks. Half way we took a 2 hr break in Joplin Mo. to feed the local economy at the Downstream Casino. Mom was the only one to do 2 things there......get to try out her new wheels (wheelchair) and Win! Peg and I weren't so lucky.

Well, Mom's home and doing fine. She insist that she can take care of herself now and I believe she can for the most part. She won't get away with that totally as everyone is ready to give her a hand with anything she needs. She just needs lots of rest still so lets give her plenty of space.

I'll say on behalf of the entire family Thank You to all the Dallas crew for the care you've given Mom. We will never forget it.

Oncologist Appointment April 10th

Peg reported that Dr. Hough's office notified her that they have set up an appointment with the oncologist on April 10th. Becky will be in town to go to this appointment with Mom and Peg. I'm not aware yet of where or with whom for this appointment, but will let you know when I find out.

Dr. Hough appointment Tuesday

Peg has schedueled an appointment for Mom for next Tuesday with her primary care physician Dr. Hough (pronounced as Huff). He should then make the referal for her to see an oncologist.

Heading to Dallas Tomorrow

Peg and I (Jim) are leaving wednesday to drive to Dallas to bring Mom home. As Peg says that she is usually on her way to work at 5:30 am every day, this is the time we should leave. I told her that would probably require a wake-up call.

Our intent is to stay until Saturday and start our drive home. Mom has informed us that she will need to stop every 2 hours to stretch her legs because of the doctors fear of blood clots. She also made us aware that there are casinos approximately every 2 hours along the way.........hmm, what a coincidence.

At the latest we should be back in Pontiac by Sunday afternoon.