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| Dad at Vulcan Park |
Today Dad underwent his third Busulfan treatment. The first half of the day pretty much went the same as yesterday; he was pre-medicated with Zofran, then received IV fluids and Busulfan for three hours. Today, however, they did not need to check drug levels, so we were released at noon. Boy were we excited to get out so early!
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Remnants of Dad's humongous
baked potato |
We made the most of our extra half day. First we went to lunch at Panera Bread, and then we went to see
Cowboys and Aliens at a nearby theater. We were unsure what to make of the movie...you'll have to see it for yourselves. When I asked Dad to describe it in one word, he said "ridiculous." It was definitely entertaining though, I'll give it that.
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Dad and I enjoying the sunset
at Vulcan |
We came back to the Hope Lodge to wash clothes and rest for a little while. Then we went to
Al's where we devoured some gigantic baked potatoes. We finished-up our Birmingham extravaganza by walking around
Vulcan Park at sunset. That's the best time of day to go!
Obviously Dad is still feeling pretty good. He had more energy than me today! He says that food is starting to taste a little strange, but it's not too bad yet. Also, he said that he was feeling a little disoriented during the afternoon. Our goal is to continue enjoying our free time as much as possible until Dad is hospitalized on Sunday!
Great post and pics (except for the baked potato)! Beautiful sunset at Vulcan Park! I'm glad you guys got out early today. It sounds like you are doing a great job making this experience as fun as possible. Keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteI congratulate you enjoyed this day with your dad.
ReplyDeleteIt is good to know that he is feeling well... Keep enjoying your free time!
Does Vulcan Park have any relation to Spock? Haha! Yes, nice pics. I like the sunset behind your dad's shoulder.
ReplyDeleteGlad all is going well and that Rod's appetite is holding up. That is indeed a humongous potato! I had a baked potato tonight, too, but it was much smaller.
As vicster says, you are doing a great job lightening the experience, and keep up the good work!
Oh, yes, we might go see Cowboys and Aliens. Thanks for the review!
ReplyDeleteNice blog as usual. I too am glad Rod is still feeling reasonably well. We are thinking of you often with lots of love.
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