~ Bryan (right) & his brother after a hockey game ~
THE LATEST. Just in case you still check this inactive cancer blog, here is the latest update: Bryan remains cancer free as of today's CT scan (which is why this cancer blog remains inactive. I enjoyed this blogging forum during our cancer experience. It kept our friends & family up to date on Bryan's condition and it was also convenient in documenting some of our experiences along the way; but once cancer was over, blogging was also over for me. The story had unfolded and the final chapter had been written. Resigning my blogging post felt like cancer closure, IT was finally complete. I hope that makes sense to those of you taking the time to read this so many months later).
RETURN TO NORMAL? Sometimes I wonder what normal truly is post cancer, but if normal is returning to daily activities, our life is pretty normal. Our kids remain actively involved with school, music, friends & sports (a little or a lot too active if you ask me). This fall Bryan rejoined his brother on a hockey team (last winter is the first time Bryan has missed a hockey season since he was a little boy). They've had a great season with only a few dramatic incidents on Bryan's part (collapsing on the ice due to a wacky heart medicine combination & a few "old man" muscle injuries). I am the official chauffeur, cheerleader and spectator for the five athletes in my family. I thought I resigned, but it didn't stick. They can't seem to play basketball, violin, saxophone, volleyball and/or hockey without me in attendance. Last month I set a personal record of attending 15 games in one weekend. (Anyone care to compete?) Although I enjoy watching them, I am anxiously anticipating the end of our winter sport seasons.
KEEPING UP. I do a better job staying up to date with friends & family on Facebook. It is much easier than blogging. Look for us there if you're a member.
