Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart...

R. had scans yesterday and we saw Dr. B today for labs and follow up today. The scans show no new tumors, and the tumors etc. that he still has are not showing any growth. This is considered a stable exam. Stable exams are good exams and God, as always, is good. We discussed that R. is a cognitive therapy dropout...they completely understand. It was TOO MUCH to drive to San Antonio every week, and they really wanted him twice a week. Not happening. We are the crazy schedule family as it is--don't need more "stuff" to deal with. Our favorite research nurse ever, Jan, has moved to another location, but we liked the new person--always a plus. Russell's memory problems/cognitive difficulties were considered grade III, evidently that's bad--but she upgraded him to a II today based on our report and his ability to answer her questions about the past three months. Dr. B was a little concerned about some weight loss, but said that for now he will chalk it up to summer, heat, swimming, lawn care, stress...and watch it. I've said it a thousand times, but we SO love Dr. B. What a blessing he continues to be to us. Love that man. We celebrated our good report with lunch at Souper Salad--an old favorite of ours from our newlywed days in Austin. After lunch, we even allowed ourselves about a 1/2 hour browse of Goodwill. I always find great books for my classroom--today was no exception. Our house is quiet for the moment, but soon our dueling siblings will be home. Ugh.