They say pets know. They can tell when their master is ill, or when something is wrong; they seem to have a sense about what is going on in our lives. I have to say that with our Russian Blue, I agree. Meet Gandalf, otherwise known as Mr. Big Boy. He’s tipped the scales at…
A couple of weeks ago I was asked this question by a well-meaning acquaintance in the grocery store. The question came after I told him Bruce had surgery. I didn’t mention there were two, that twice they’ve cut into my husband’s skull. He cares. People care. I understand this. What ISN’T understood is that glioblastoma…
As with most things in life, we often find good and bad. Today will be about the good. When I share my feelings about our new situation, I know it can be hard for you to read. So many people do not know what to say, and I completely understand. I do. While we hope…
Shortly after Thanksgiving, I deactivated my FB account. I could not post, share, or like anything, anymore. I could not engage in other social forums, either. I do not disrespect those who do; my choice is not about people who share there. This is about me and me only. People behave according to what is…
Last evening I noticed that Bruce’s right pupil was larger than the left. With a history of A-Fib and two recent brain surgeries, I went on high alert. With a recent history of chemo, radiation, dexamethasone, Keppra, Mepron, and his regular heart medicine, who knows what is causing what. Just when I have the routine…
Two mornings ago, during the wee hours, Bruce noticed a “mushy” area on the top of his head, along the latest scar. “Radiation induced swelling” is very real, and can express itself in various ways. Is this one of them? Why one month post-surgery? Once he got out of bed, the swelling went away. Until…
finding merle 