No damage from fires

If you are concerned over the news of "Fire Raging on Fort Hood," know that we are safe. Our neighborhood was evacuated, but there was no rush so I was able to play that old "what would you save in a fire" game for real. By the way, I forgot my cel phone charger, the dog kennel, and a check and gift cards pinned to my bulletin board. I am grateful to my friend Suzanne and her family for welcoming in a refugee family of four, plus one who'd spent the night with Cheri, Buster the Dog, and Michelle the Cat. We were back safe in our home around 10pm, so everyone should be well rested for church this morning. David has already done the grocery shopping, got a haircut, and brought home donuts. Good man. :) That is all for now. Love to all. --Diane

Quick Update

Blogging my cancer treatment was not a good idea. It just wasn't something I wanted to think or talk about when not required. Here is an update: Finished radiation at the end of October. The last week had some very, very rough days that I hope I never have to relive. The staff was excellent and sympathetic which I appreciate more than I could express. It is now the end of January, and I'm finally convinced that my hair is indeed growing back. Whoo-hoo! It will take a lot of time, but it seems to be the right color and texture. Jan 8, I had an MRI which showed no regrowth of tumor--no tumor at all. This is great news. I still have to visit my neurologist (I'm going to see if I can get off the Keppra) and my radiation oncologist in the next few weeks. But things look really good. I was able to visit home for a few weeks from 25 Dec-7 Jan. It was a whirlwind, but I was glad to spend time with my family. Didn't get any Mexican food, though, so I am planning another trip soon. :)