A Quiet Day

Last night we had a bit of a Wii tournament here at the house. It was fun, even as a spectator.

We seemed to be able to get my pain under better control last night. It still tends to subside in my lower left abdomen.

It is a beautiful fall day. The house was bustling with activity this morning. I woke up and spent an hour or so talking with Jamie and my brothers around the dining room table.

At about 9:30, my parents arrived with my sister Lisa. They brought a copy of the Wayne Independent featuring a story on our family and an update on our battle with cancer. The article was well-written. My mother was so thrilled to have her picture on the front page of the local newspaper!

We all enjoyed a big breakast featuring egg casserole, home fries, fresh fruit, and cinnamon rolls.

After breakfast, my two brothers installed a new ceiling fan in our kitchen. It looks great.

Somtime during the morning, Courtney, one of my daughter's friends arrived to spend the day.

Later in the morning, Joe, my high school Spanish teacher dropped by for a short visit.

After breakfast, the house cleared out as different groups went their own way to pursue various activities.

In the quiet of the afternoon, my wife and I napped and then recorded a few more stories on tape for my younger son.

I have interacted with several more fraternity brothers, and have enjoyed catching up on what they are doing now - 25 years later.

Overall, it has been a quiet, relaxing day. It is nice to be surrounded by family and friends. It is nice to be given the opportunity to say our last goodbyes in person. While I am still coherent. While we still have the opportunity to say the things we want to say. Now to take advantage of the opportunity.