I can't sleep so I decided to post a note.
I have an incredible view of Salt Lake City because I am on the 5th floor of the University of Utah Medical Center hospital in a private room and sit and stare frequently. Most rooms are semi-private. I want to thank Kevin, the head nurse, for making the necessary changes so I can enjoy my surrounding in private.
I feel fortunate to have this opportunity to stop and think about my life, what I have accomplished, what I have yet to accomplish, and my developing testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I hope all of you will take some time to do the same, but not in a hospital!
PAIN:
I am asked about pain, it seems, every hour. My left arm and neck are still swollen because the tumor will not allow normal blood flow through my left subclavian vein, back to my heart. I still have constant, but manageable, pain in my left elbow and occasional pain in my right elbow, left shoulder, left thigh muscle and headaches. I cannot feel the tumor in the middle of my chest. I can feel, however, the pain and soreness in the middle of my chest from the CT biopsy done yesterday at about noon.
I feel overwhelmed by the circumstance that brought me here .....and by the selfless thoughts, prayers, deeds, assistance, service, sprinkler fixing, baseball game video taping, flat tire fixing, birthday party coordinating (Ashton's), caring for our kids, .....kinds people in our lives.
To all of you I/we say thank you!
Bryan
I have an incredible view of Salt Lake City because I am on the 5th floor of the University of Utah Medical Center hospital in a private room and sit and stare frequently. Most rooms are semi-private. I want to thank Kevin, the head nurse, for making the necessary changes so I can enjoy my surrounding in private.
I feel fortunate to have this opportunity to stop and think about my life, what I have accomplished, what I have yet to accomplish, and my developing testimony of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I hope all of you will take some time to do the same, but not in a hospital!
PAIN:
I am asked about pain, it seems, every hour. My left arm and neck are still swollen because the tumor will not allow normal blood flow through my left subclavian vein, back to my heart. I still have constant, but manageable, pain in my left elbow and occasional pain in my right elbow, left shoulder, left thigh muscle and headaches. I cannot feel the tumor in the middle of my chest. I can feel, however, the pain and soreness in the middle of my chest from the CT biopsy done yesterday at about noon.
I feel overwhelmed by the circumstance that brought me here .....and by the selfless thoughts, prayers, deeds, assistance, service, sprinkler fixing, baseball game video taping, flat tire fixing, birthday party coordinating (Ashton's), caring for our kids, .....kinds people in our lives.
To all of you I/we say thank you!
Bryan
6 comments:
aahh!....a familiar view.
I have to admit, it is gorgeous even if it is coming from the U!! (but can't you see Utah Valley?)
I just have to say that it is amazing what people will do to get out of working (do you even have enough sick days accrued yet?)
In all seriousness...you will continue to be at the front of my mind and in our prayers.
We love you, Bryan and JoLayna!
-Janice
Bryan,
Dave and I are out of the USA since Sunday night and found out about your situation while on the road. I also forwarded the info to Amy. We are all so very concerned about you and are all pulling for you. Everyone at E/One is also sending every possible positive vibe to you so please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep up your spirit and hang in there.
Philip Welsh
Brian,
Don't look now, but the guy driving the water taxi is steering the boat with one hand and scooping water out of the boat with the other hand! Tell me you remember that from Puerto...and being dropped off in the middle of nowhere with those cobblestone roads..and riding the anorexic donkey's to the "waterfall" & eating Snickers Bars... all 12 of us trying to fit in the 1974 Suburban Taxi, with you in the back having an anxiety attack because of lack of air!! Ah...just a few memories from the chapter in that book we were supposed to write. Hey...is Janice crying? Joey will give her a hug.
We love you guys!!!!
Joey
Bryan,
I am floored to hear these things. I had no idea you were ill. As you know, I understand where you are right now. Hey, at least you have a view of the U. During my recent stay I was only able to see the hillside to the East. Please, look for some optimism and remember that there is better food on the outside… When you get out we will compare notes. I am sure there are similarities.
God be with you and your family.
Layne Read
GO UTES
Janice, it is great to hear from a true blue fan. We love you!
Phillip, thanks for your comments. Bryan & I enjoyed our time in Hawaii. Spending time with Amy was a highlight for me. We're looking forward to the Christmas party--how's that for positive? We so appreciate your support.
Joe, I might just have to change my mind about going back to Mexico (but we'd have to bring Alberto with us to save us from our bad deals). The way you wrote about those experiences made it sound fun (it just didn't feel that way at the time).
Layne, I think we might have to start editing some comments...I don't want my children to hear anything positive about anything to do with RED! We prefer our own style of brainwashing. ;)
Wee al now tat oenly the trueley edumacated peeple go too the skewel at theee WHYYYYYY!
Yes, I am a Utah Man! GO UTES!
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