Making progress

I have  had an uncomfortable couple of days, but this morning I have some energy.  Here is the latest:

Medical:
1.  Tests confirmed I have the most common form of pancreatic cancer.  Also many "abnormal" cells in fluid surrounding my liver that isn't supposed to be there.
2.  I have an appointment with an Oncologist/Hematologist for Thursday afternoon to learn more.
3.  I have been accepted into the Gerson Clinic in Tijuana, Mexico from Dec 11-21.  As this is almost 4 weeks away, I am on a cancellation list and hope I can go at an earlier date.  Rodger (pictured above) will be going with me.

I feel bloated much of the time, which makes eating very difficult.  I am getting plenty of nutrients from my 9 glasses of freshly made carrot and green juices I drink throughout the day.  But I do need to increase my intake of solid foods.  I have contacted the Gastroenterologist this morning to see if they can drain off some of the abdominal fluid (if they think this is what is causing my bloated symptoms).

A couple of friends who are local have brought vegetarian food for Bree, Kathy, and family, as taking care of my nutritional needs takes a lot of time (and this entire experience is emotionally draining to all).  Thank you for doing this.  If others would like to help in this way, our good friend Allison Oakes has offered to coordinate this effort.  She can be reached at 574-6957 or asoakes@juno.com

Yesterday we had a reverse osmosis water system installed, which is part of the therapy.  The microwave is gone, and our kitchen is a mini-production factory.

Long time college friend and fellow Michigander Jeff is staying here through Thursday to help take care of me while Bree and Kathy are at work.  Rodger  still comes daily to train others and to make his own juice.  Judy from Pt. Townsend arrives later Thursday and will stay until Monday.  Others have offered to stay or come for part-day shifts, so we are developing a schedule.  Taking care of me is proving to be a lot of work, and I am so appreciative to the loving and giving friends and family I have who are supporting me.  Thank you all.