We are preparing for a journey to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Gary has appointments set for two days and possibly a third. We are going to be staying with my brother, Tim, and his wife, Christie. They live in Champlin, Mn, which is approximately a two hour drive. We are hoping the weather stays somewhat dry, so we don't have to drive in nasty conditions. Gary was feeling quite poorly a few days back. The thrush(yeast infection) in his throat was quite bad. I believe he also had a terrible cold. He had great difficulty swallowing, therefore, it was quite trying to get him to drink or eat anything. He definately could benefit from gaining weight. The doctors finally gave him additional meds to help combat the thrush. These seem to help greatly. He now is eating and drinking more. Gary's brothers from Wyoming and their families were here just after Christmas. We enjoyed a fun New Years Eve at Rachel and Josh's house. We had one of his brothers from Wyoming(Del & Nanci), his sister and her husband(Marj and Scott), Cousin Ron and Gayle, Zach, Ajay & Jessica, Todd, Jeremy & Steph. We had a great time. Ken and Kelly and Marj gutted my office, formerly known as Rachel's room. Kelly painted the walls and ceilings. Gayle provided the paint. Love the color. Surprisingly, Gary likes it as well. The walls are a soft lavender. Ron and Jay(Gary's oldest brother) and Gayle are working on laying the hardwood flooring. Gayle is also preparing to paint the wainscoting in the kitchen. All of Gary's "honey doo" projects are getting finished. Ken updated all of the outlets in the front rooms. Gary has been working a little every day on updating the outlets in the other rooms. It is nice to see him wanting to do things.
We are working on raising money for Gary's medical expenses. We are so blessed by our friends and families love. Ramana and Marty Zahn, who own a DJ business, are working on a benefit. We are so greatful! Ken has donated some rifles that are going to be raffled off. Ron and Gayle are raffling off a quilt on facebook. Ed, Deb and Chad Robinson, Lacy and Joe are working on writing songs that can be purchased online. Bill and Judy Murray generously donated funds which enabled us to purchase a very comfy recliner for Gary. Thank you Bill and Judy. Greg and JoAnn Jensen also donated funds. Thank you. Jim and Norma Vermillion also donated funds. Ruth and Dee also donated. Rob Hafer generously paid a parts bill. We are so very blessed to have such a wonderful support group. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!
Lloyd Kangas has done a fantastic job of relieving a good portion of Gary's pain. He is a healer. He also kindly donated the use of his bio-mat until ours arrived. The bio-mat does help Gary quite a bit.
We are requesting that before visiting, you please call Sue first. Gary has not been resting as much as he needs in order to continue healing. The best number is (208)866-7625. Thanks!
We are going to sign off for now. We believe in miracles and the Grace and Goodness of God. He is the ultimate physician and Healer. We ask that you walk each day with Him in your thoughts and positive energy flowing toward Gary. We would like to thank everyone who have given of their time, resources and love. We are a little mentally foggy lately, so if we have neglected to mention anyone, please forgive us.
Blessings,
Gary and sue
Wow, it's wonderful how everyone is helping out. Gayle is such a hard worker, isn't she?
ReplyDeleteI wish I could help but just not physically able to do much. Let me know about the benefit. I can give you handmade items--cards and papercrafting stuff especially!