Friday, September 28, 2007

Small and Simple Things

Jon has been home from Mexico and treatment 8 days now. Tessa and Kaylinn came home last Friday for the weekend and that was great. It pushed Jon a little more than he normally would have since we attended the temple, spent some time at the Walnut Festival, attended church on Sunday and did lots of visiting and laughing.

The good news is after one week of being home Jon gained almost 2 pounds! That's the first gain since March and we are encouraged he is gaining strength. I spend many hours planning menus, shopping, cutting, mixing, and cooking. Everything is whole grain, whole foods and I like the challenge. It's paying off! Jon has been doing some light pool work a few hours a day and tries to get in a mile walk in the evening.

We have an appointment with a liver specialist at UC San Francisco on Tuesday and hope to find out what is available for treatment there. We have lots of questions and we know they go beyond the normal "standard procedures" for cancer. They are listed as one of the facilities that provide hyperthermia for cancer but don't know if liver cancer is included in the clinical studies.

Jon will go back to Mexico for treatment the middle of October for 2-3 days. This will provide some follow-up treatment and boosters to his system for the areas of concern. He also continues with handfuls of supplements every day set up by Dr. Bradford.

Jon's brother Doug arrived last night from Maryland and will be a great support for the next several days as they visit and laugh and work together. Doug is a government attorney and we are so happy to have him here helping . . . fix pool equipment! It's a good change of pace for him!

4 comments:

The Ross Family said...

Dad you look great. It is so good to hear the constant progress. And i am so glad that doug is there for a good laugh. What a great family strength we have. it is so amazing to me. I love you,
Tess

christine said...

Wow!! I was reading Bryce Brown's blog and saw a post on there with a link to your's. I have Stage IV Malignant Melanoma and I am in awe of you and your story!!! You are a brave and strong man!!! I believe in going where GOD tells us to go. It saddens me that treatments like this are not more available here in the states.
Remain strong my friend.
Sincerely,
Christine Uporsky

Anonymous said...

Jon,

Thanks so much for the phone call today. You really lifted my spirits with your wonderful attitude and with the progress you are making. I am so glad that the treatments are working. We are praying for continued miracles and hope you continue to gain strength. And thanks for the blog! What a wonderful way to reach those who love you and are anxious to get the latest "good news". Give my love to Di and family. God bless all of you.

Dave and Pam

Anonymous said...

Hi Jon! Love You Much!! Clair Wilcock