New Years Eve 2009

This evening is New Years Eve. I received and email update from my Grandfather from my mom.

Got bad news about Dad. When we went to the oncologist yesterday we told him that we needed to know what to expect and what the prognosis was. He said that Dad was in phase 4 and was not curable. He said that what they were doing was extending life. The doctor didn't give us a guess at how long and we didn't ask because everyone is different. So he is going ahead with all the treatments and we'll just have to deal with what lies ahead. He still has almost two more weeks of radiation and then the middle of January they will start chemo. On Jan 4th they will be inserting what they call a port in his chest so that when he gets the chemo they won't have to stick him with a needle each time. He is using oxygen all the time he is home and is using a cane to help with his balance. He has lost almost all of his hair so when you see him, he will be different from the last visit.

Well I came up with the idea of flying Olivia and her mom from Vermont to Phoenix so Olivia could meet my Grandfather before it was to late. I talked to Anne about it, but Olivia starts Pre-School on the 4th and won't be able to go see him. I'm very upset about it and I can only hope she gets a break and is able to go before something happens. to him.

Other then being in a bad mood, This year has been full of blessings. I married the love of my life. We both got promoted and raises. We have a great house and are very blessed. We are currently 3 months pregnant, and I'm due July 14th... which happens to be my dad's birthday and for now, two days after my oldest sister Pamela is due as well.

I can only pray that 2010 brings us many blessings, we are looking forward to the birth of this baby to expand our family.