Some days are down days
This is Alan.
It has been a week since I have updated this blog. I have been waiting for something good to report to everyone, however, it has not been a good week. Since the last update his blood counts did in fact rise, but that's about all that has risen.
Maurice's spirits are a bit down, but we know that this attitude is simply not in his nature. Unfortunatley the high dose chemotherapy and all the medications are taking their toll on his body and mind. If anyone deserves to be down, it's Maurice.
At this point he needs to regain his strength by eating as much as he can. In the past few days he has had very little to eat and even my mom's cabbage couldn't entice him. I can assure you, he's not the first to say "nay" to the cabbage. I never touched the stuff. Anyway, tomorrow Mom is bringing some good food for dad to eat so we are hopeful he will chow down.
I started this blog primarily for two reasons.
First, I knew that my dad would be inspired by how this thing works. In his room for example, there is a flat screen TV which can access the internet. When I visit him, I pull up this site and read him what I have written as well as your comments. He is inspired when he hears your well wishes and reads through his blog.
Secondly, I felt it this blog would be a good way to let his friends and family know how he is doing. I know that everyone who has read the blog or posted comments have been inspired by this process.
Finally, to be honest and open, the difficult times need to share space with the good times. These are in fact difficult times and we are hopeful dad can withstand the issues he is confronting.
We love and admire Maurice more than anyone can imagine Regardless of his current state of mind, we know that he is fighting like hell to get through these times. He will never give up the fight and neither will we.
Good luck dad.
It has been a week since I have updated this blog. I have been waiting for something good to report to everyone, however, it has not been a good week. Since the last update his blood counts did in fact rise, but that's about all that has risen.
Maurice's spirits are a bit down, but we know that this attitude is simply not in his nature. Unfortunatley the high dose chemotherapy and all the medications are taking their toll on his body and mind. If anyone deserves to be down, it's Maurice.
At this point he needs to regain his strength by eating as much as he can. In the past few days he has had very little to eat and even my mom's cabbage couldn't entice him. I can assure you, he's not the first to say "nay" to the cabbage. I never touched the stuff. Anyway, tomorrow Mom is bringing some good food for dad to eat so we are hopeful he will chow down.
I started this blog primarily for two reasons.
First, I knew that my dad would be inspired by how this thing works. In his room for example, there is a flat screen TV which can access the internet. When I visit him, I pull up this site and read him what I have written as well as your comments. He is inspired when he hears your well wishes and reads through his blog.
Secondly, I felt it this blog would be a good way to let his friends and family know how he is doing. I know that everyone who has read the blog or posted comments have been inspired by this process.
Finally, to be honest and open, the difficult times need to share space with the good times. These are in fact difficult times and we are hopeful dad can withstand the issues he is confronting.
We love and admire Maurice more than anyone can imagine Regardless of his current state of mind, we know that he is fighting like hell to get through these times. He will never give up the fight and neither will we.
Good luck dad.
posted by alanlevy at 6:05 PM
3 Comments:
Let's hope and pray the heavy doses have done their job! Maurice, you have a lot of people pulling for you.
Larry R.
Hey Maurice, you have to try to keep those spirits up! We are all thinking of you and sending positive vibes your way, to you and to Herma and all of your family. You are much loved so keep fighting.
We look forward to visiting when you're feeling better, and you WILL be.
Dave and Jan
Maurice,
We pray you are comfortable. We think you are a truly strong and special person. May you feel the love of your family and friends!
Love,
Mike, Abby, Ross and Perri Oringer
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