No News is Good News

Well, since last time not much has changed regarding my tumor.  I had a scan on September 10 which disclosed a slight shrinkage and no signs of additional activity.  That, according to my oncologist, is positively good news.  So far, the immunotherapy drug is working for me.  No negative side effects from these treatments, which I receive every third week.  I am experiencing no symptoms of lung disease and have been successfully off of pain meds for several weeks.  My legs and feet are still feeling the effects of the chemo and I could use some more energy, but I feel good about my hair returning.  I have to admit that being bald has its advantages.  Like never having to search for a comb when you're in a hurry, and using soap instead of shampoo in the shower!!  Bottom line: I'm feeling pretty good.

I told Ellie earlier this year that I had some goals for 2016:  To play in our Member/Guest tournament, to attend Clemson's home games, and to Christmas with family.  Well, I managed to play 64 holes of golf over three days in September. My partner, Frank Kenny, was nursing a really bad knee and I was pushing my limits, but we had a great time and we didn't finish last!!  I won't talk about how my feet felt over the following few days.

As for the Clemson games, many of you no doubt saw us in the stands at the Louisville game last Saturday....we were the couple dressed in orange....and what a time it was!! These Tigers are good; life is good; God is good.

We're looking forward to visits with my brother, Dave, and his wife DD,  as well as with Kathy, Joseph, and Cindy, and to the ACC Championship game in Orlando in December, and the national championship game in Tampa in January.

I'm not out of the woods, to be sure, but I've found that life in the woods can be good once you learn to appreciate the trees around you.  There's one giant oak that I lean on every day, and I don't know what I'd do without her support and love.  I don't know when or if I'll post another update, but I do want to thank all of you for your support and prayers.

Please keep Ellie and me in your prayers. We are living proof of their power.

Bob