Prince George's serial Killer part 5

 I know, been gone a few days, most have been pretty routine. Radiation treatment, usually between 8-9 AM, and then Chuck has been sleeping. I will admit since reading the medical records, we have been in a bit of a funk, palliative has been hanging over our heads, as we all know folks who have been put into palliative care, and understand what that means.

  Well today, was a bit (actually huge) bright spot. First off, we got up early so I could pump 600 liquid calories into him, 4 hrs. ahead of his treatment. After his few minutes in radiation, we had an appointment with a Nurse Practitioner.She took his vitals and weight, and then asked us how things were etc. then, she wanted us to ask her any questions we had. Well, of course I blurted out the dark word palliative, and asked why that was the radiation treatment he was being given.

  Lovely lady...she said it is too bad we had read this, and thought it was used in the same context as what most folks would think. It is simply stating the radiation treatment is to attempt to shrink the tumour, allowing him to be more comfortable while going through the next stage of treatment. Yes, it is not curable, but, it is treatable, and we will still have to wait to speak with the oncologist on the 4th, but that is when we will find out the battle plan. Like many cancers we can hope with treatment this goes into remission. It is not going to go away, with a simple surgery that removes it, that IS curable, but with the right chemo, etc, we can put a wall around it. Prognosis may in the Drs. eyes, be poor, but she is also the same person who said he had cancer in his spine, and full out lied in her consultation report, so don't take her word for diddly.  

  Our complaint about that Dr. Has gone to the top, however, we have not had any communication, as yet from the director. Again, as I mentioned , we will not have to deal with my sister-in-law's oncologist, and will indeed have a face to face meeting with one from Vancouver, who will review all the records again. Feeling far less stressed about this meeting, not sure if I would have been able to be in the same room as Dr. Ho.

  I will also at this time,once again state, what an amazing place the Kordyban Lodge is. I do not understand how a place like this can be filled with the most positive staff ever, but it is!!Not only is it comfortable, it is peaceful and relaxing. Convenient to the Cancer center with a covered walkway behind the building that takes you right to the door, in minutes. Free laundry facilities with detergent and bounce, so you don't have to pack stuff in and out. Delicious meals 3 times a day and snacks whenever you want. Places like this, that are free for those who have to travel for treatment, and caregivers are only $31.50 a day, that takes a whole lot of stress off folks who have to leave home.

  I will also take this time to thank our kids. Due to unforseen circumstances our oldest was unable to spend the few weeks at our house (she is on pins and needles waiting for our Great Grandson to arrive, and will have to drive from FSJ to PG for the delivery). So our youngest has been able to work from home these weeks as she takes care of the dogs, cows, chickens, ducks and turkeys. Our son and his better half, spent the weekend working on our car, doing the brakes, etc. so Chuck doesn't have to lay out in the cold. They have allowed us to simply focus on the most important matter, and for that we are grateful. We are also grateful to those family and friends who have called, messaged, spoiled us with treats,and been there to listen when I need to talk. I cannot imagine going through this alone, as I know some have to. I do not wish this experience on anyone, still hoping someone will pinch me,and I will wake up to find it is just a nightmare.

  But today, Chuck took a nice walk, had some more calories pumped into him at lunch time, took a nap, and..woke up hungry! He had a sandwich and a Guiness, went down for supper and had some Butter chicken, rice and veggies, wolfed down some tasty  nougat from our wonderful friend, and is thinking swallowing is much easier. So..fingers crossed!

  Thinking positive again..will update when we hear any news.