It’s been a wild ride. And then some.
Discharge from the rehabilitation facility occurred March 30. It’s nice to be back home again. The prior 115 days introduced life changes that border on nightmarish, including the following:
Three spinal cord surgeries;
Fourteen treatments of radiation therapy to my spine;
Radiation therapy-induced case of the shingles;
Bladder infections;
Blood infections;
Loss of function in both legs and my left arm & hand;
Did I say “border” on nightmarish? And yet the team soldiers on, led of course by Cecily. There have been many occasions where I’ve run out of gas. But she perseveres. My family has also been a tremendous help and source of strength, but this is rough on all of us.
I am also very appreciative of the efforts that friends have made to remind me of their support, and I regret that my pride precludes me from wanting to be seen in my present helpless condition. I also regret that I am unable at this time to return phone calls, emails, etc., as I am overwhelmed by the amount of work that lies ahead and am only now recovering from the various infections that have wiped me out. But I will make progress in these areas also.
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The battle you have been engaging in is unimaginable to us.Yet,your progress is demonstrated in your ability to update us with your blog today.We remain optimistic and will not give up the hope in this fight.Your earlier victories are a testament to your strengh and endurance. We send our love to you, Cecily, and family.Love T&L
What do you say to a person who you barely know but whom you have fallen in love with through his blog, metaphorically speaking that is. I know that I am a better person since sharing this journey with you and Cecily. My heart bleeds so much for your pain and suffering and I can only say that I keep praying and hoping for a miracle. Thank you for your update even though it is a painful one..... Rox
Paul, you are constantly in our thoughts, our conversation, and our prayers. Thank you for this latest progress report; it helps us feel conected. Soldier on, dear friend. Know we are always behind you one hundred percent.
Hey Paul,
Good to see you surfacing. I hope and wish for better days ahead for you.
It's been heartening to see your family rally around you. You are lucky... er.. well.. I'm guessing you know what I mean.
I'm guessing like so many that check in here, I wish there was something I could do to help. Now is the time to enlist any and all of us, without apology, if the mood or need strikes.
Until your next post, I hope you are pain free and surrounded by love.
Sue aka Mental
You're right...this nightmare is rough on us all. Just remember that your team is willing to help you and Cecily in whatever ways we can, we just need direction. You are in charge, and we love and support you no matter what... Karen
Paul,
You remain in the prayers of all those on the prayer tree at Trinity.......know that you are loved.
Shari Herzog
Thinking about you all the time Paul. Praying for you - and Cecily and your family... There's never an expectation that you'll return emails etc., only a desire that you know I'm with you in spirit, my friend. Always. Kay
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