Monday, 20th: Alyzabeth got off to school on time after eating my leftovers from yesterday Hawker's lunch.
We began making the Rice Krispie treats at 7:10 am, I went to Publix after first batch was in the pan, the bags of mini marshmallows was 10 ounces and we needed 16 ounce bags.
After making both batches it was off to Ford’s Parkinson’s exercises. I drove off to get some errands done: took the AT&T modem to UPS, dropped the spare Black Subaru key at Suburban, then to post office to nail the EMSI muscle stimulator and put in a change of address for Larry’s mail (which took a while - they needed copies of will, death certificate and my drivers license. I drove back to pick up Ford while getting a quick chat in with Terri and Mom.
The latest on Melissa is they found a different area that was retaining fluid, thicker so not draining - infection area. Hopefully will decide soon about clearing out the fluid and getting on a different antibiotic.
Leaving the Clay County Utility office (and disconnecting the power at the Sheldon Rd home), we had lunch at Nicole’s on the River (on Blanding just south of College Drive).
Radiation: began preparing Fire at 1:27 and done in 15 minutes. Ford had some light skin blistering but came out fine. He took a 1 mg Ativan; hoping he can manage with 0.5 mg soon.
Back home, I went to Bank of America and was so happy to have Juanita helping me along with Estate Representative Yolanda (on phone). We able to get the one remaining CD (that was in Charlotte's name) and the 401 K funds deposited in the Estate account (in my name). Once home, I spread seven bags of mulch, took a shower and made dinner of a salad and chicken tenders (I marinated and cooked).
The Voice is on (American Idol finale was last night). We received confirmation that our mortgage was paid off! Thank you Larry!!
Tuesday, 21st: Busy morning, I cut up the Rice Krispie treats, packed for tonight. We did laundry and general picking up. Donna came and cleaned our home (she was off last week due to getting her cancer "remission" scans).
Melissa had a tube inserted to help drain more thick fluid/having it flushed out. Terri drove to be at the hospital.
Physical therapy at 10:15 a.m. Radiation treatment at 1:30 p.m.
Liv's high school graduation - separate post.
Lunch at Five Guys Burgers - really delicious burgers.
Wednesday, 22nd: Mia came for a quick morning visit, we enjoyed a Starbucks (skinny vanilla latte, breve latte and Ford's lemonade) and chatted about her schedule; we all chatted for about an hour and a half catching up on Mia's schedule for the summer. She is selling her RV trailer and will be in Georgia for a while then at a conference in Dallas where Mike’s sister lives; then on June 9 at Middleburg and we will see her then for a while as she house sit for 3 to 4 weeks. She will be back in Jacksonville for a reggae concert on August 1 with Madison and Mauli's family so we will see her then too. I plan to rent an Airbnb that first week in August so hopefully we can all get together. After Mia left, I tried to rest for a short time, instead spoke to Terri about Melissa. Ford took his Ativan pill one hour before his radiation appointment, I walked for ten minutes, got is a very short call with Mom.
After Ford's appointment, we decided to go out for an early dinner as we did not have any lunch. All three of us went to MoJo's for BBQ. Ford ordered a FULL order of the fried onion rings appetizer - huge amount! We all took home most of our dinner.
Once home, we slowed down, some TV, walked Ginger, fixed AA's school lunch for tomorrow.
Thursday, 23rd: Thursday morning went by quickly as Ford had his radiation at 9:30 in the morning, not in the afternoon. We got to the appointment and all went smooth, except for the computer froze up so during the procedure, so Ford had to lay there a bit longer while they rebooted the computer. Afterwards, we bought six more bags of mulch for the front yard project and went to Winn-Dixie and Publix for different groceries including fresh pizza dough for our dinner tonight. Once home, we had leftovers of spaghetti and meatballs and then froze the remaining that we didn’t eat. Once Alyzabeth got home, walked Ginger she got ready for her college algebra test and we went to the River House for a glass of wine. It was nice and warm, but with a breeze off the river, it was enjoyable to sit on the deck. Once home, Alyzabeth and Ford decorated the pizza and in the oven. I’ve been feeling a bit down being tired, my sinuses, throat hurt, but not enough to slow me down but enough to know that I’m catching something or having sinus problems. Took a ZyrtecD and hope that helps.
Spoke to Terri a couple times today on Melissa‘s progress. She did have an endoscopy this evening to see if there’s any problems, holes or leaks and they found none. They may adjust her chest tube tomorrow as she still needs to drain more fluid. She will probably spend the third weekend in the hospital.
Friday, 24th: Still feeling bad. We got AA off to school and we relaxed, I made a corn bread using some cornbread mix we had in the pantry that needed using. Started laundry. Off to Publix for our sheet pan dinner tonight, and Firehouse Subs for lunch. Radiation treatment was at 1:30 p.m.
Spoke to Terri early, Melissa is resting a little better, but the Doctor said they will reposition the chest tube further back to try to get more fluid out. Terri's evening report said Melissa survived the new drain tube, still has some back pain and short of breath. Hope this tube helps! I am not feeling well, not sure if sinuses or cold, very tired with no temperature. I did make dinner with chicken and vegetables (onion, asparagus, potatoes, carrots, mushrooms and garlic).
Saturday, 25th: Still feeling bad, cough, sore throat, not sure if it is from post-nasal drip. We did go to Dylan's dance recital (separate post), hoping I only have sinus issues. Amazing how many dances Dylan learns for four shows this weekend. On the drive over, we looked at homes for sale in Augustine Shores and South. There are some nice homes but many not so nice, seems expensive for the area. AA drove us home.
We read on Facebook that Joan's grandson is engaged to Emily (they are both doctors). Amy and Matt's daughter Libby is also engaged and wedding date is October 5th.
Sunday, 26th: I woke up still feeling bad, so did not go to church. I basically laid in bed for hours. We were going to Carolyn's but just not feeling well and Ford has had an upset stomach since morning. After a long rest, AA and I did drive to Betty and Fount's grave to place flags and a penny each. After picking up a few things at Publix (mob scene) we ate some of Ford's pinto beans (he cooked this morning) and my home baked cornbread. Back in bed while AA worked on her homework.
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