Thursday, April 28, 2011

Back to Normal (More or Less)

I talked to my dad last night and he sounded great. We had a long talk about how much better he was feeling, how doctors and hospitals overcharge for stuff, and how the health care system in America is screwed up.  That should tell you that he is back to normal.  He said his eating is mostly back to normal; he hasn’t lost any hair (except an eyebrow hair that he pulled out himself); and he is still walking multiple times a week. He has an appointment with the oncologist on Monday so that the doctor can check to make sure his blood levels, etc. are okay.  He also had a list of things to talk with the doctor about, including whether or not the drugs he is receiving during his chemotherapy treatments are directly correlated to which pharmacy company supplies the doctor’s office with cake for the day.
I leave for Atlanta tomorrow night after work and I couldn’t be more excited. I am looking forward to a weekend of napping, watching TV, reviewing my TSP, and walking – lots and lots of walking.  Until then…

6 comments:

  1. Oh Lauren, you have no idea...he is going to lose it over these hospital bills. I'm starting to get more concerned that he's going to give himself a stroke or have a heart attack when he sees what the doctors and hospitals are billing the insurance companies.

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  2. Then I will make sure not to tell him about what I learned recently on why the bills are so high...

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  3. Lauren - I just learned of Bob's illness today. Please extend my heartfelt wishes to him for a speedy recovery.

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  4. I most certainly will. I will give him a big heartfelt hug when I see him tonight!

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  5. Hi Lauren,

    Nice to meet you. I love your mom and think your dad is a more-than-amazing person himself, so I'm sure you're a treasure. This blog was a great idea. Thanks for posting so faithfully what's going on with Bob's treatments. You mentioned that attitude is important, and I believe your arrival in Atlanta must have given him a pain-free shot of optimism, especially with the Rock away in Barcelona. Keep up the good work! Hugs and love to the family, from some green hills in England. x x

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