We're back
We are back in rainy London after ... rainy Nice! We had a lovely time in spite of the weather - and one day it was nice enough to sit on the beach.
Since we have come home, the boiler has played up, the microwave has blown up, we have moths in our coat cupboard and the Dyson's on the blink. Not to mention the rather dogdy "is that a rat under the floorboards?" smell in the living room.
But I do remember vowing that I could and would cope with anything in exchange for Quent's speckles staying small. I guess I have to keep to my side of the bargain and hope all of this is a good omen. Bring on the rain and the rats - I'm ready!
Quent now has two big days ahead of him. He returns to work tomorrow. Part time, at least till Christmas and probably working from home quite a bit, but with a chauffeur the rest of the time to save him the long drive.
The following day (Tuesday) we have the next CT scan followed by an appointment with Dr Savage to review the state of the speckles.
We have learned from a medical friend that often, once the primary tumour is removed (Quent's kidney), the secondary tumours (in the lungs) stay static for a while. It seems the body is so pleased the big guy has gone, it finds a few speckles a doddle to fight. So we are not expecting bad news from this CT scan, though of course as the medics say, nothing is guaranteed.
We would appreciate all positive thoughts, prayers and crossed fingers to be directed Quent's way on Tuesday morning at about 10.30am.
I must go and polish my cap and check the tyre pressures. I'm on duty first thing in the morning.
Since we have come home, the boiler has played up, the microwave has blown up, we have moths in our coat cupboard and the Dyson's on the blink. Not to mention the rather dogdy "is that a rat under the floorboards?" smell in the living room.
But I do remember vowing that I could and would cope with anything in exchange for Quent's speckles staying small. I guess I have to keep to my side of the bargain and hope all of this is a good omen. Bring on the rain and the rats - I'm ready!
Quent now has two big days ahead of him. He returns to work tomorrow. Part time, at least till Christmas and probably working from home quite a bit, but with a chauffeur the rest of the time to save him the long drive.
The following day (Tuesday) we have the next CT scan followed by an appointment with Dr Savage to review the state of the speckles.
We have learned from a medical friend that often, once the primary tumour is removed (Quent's kidney), the secondary tumours (in the lungs) stay static for a while. It seems the body is so pleased the big guy has gone, it finds a few speckles a doddle to fight. So we are not expecting bad news from this CT scan, though of course as the medics say, nothing is guaranteed.
We would appreciate all positive thoughts, prayers and crossed fingers to be directed Quent's way on Tuesday morning at about 10.30am.
I must go and polish my cap and check the tyre pressures. I'm on duty first thing in the morning.
posted by Helen at 12/10/2006 07:37:00 pm
5 Comments:
Will be thinking VERY positive thoughts
Jane xx
BeJaysus, back to work? Wow Quent you really must hail from the 'genuinely industrious' segment of society. Very impressed. Glad to hear it's part time and you'll be getting driven though. Will think of you Tuesday and wish you lots of good thoughts. Good to hear Nice was nice. Last weekend for a film if you fancy before we travel to the frozen north. If you're free and feeling like one, (a film that is),giz a call or a text. Hotcake xxxxxx
Helen I knew those years in Hayes would be useful learning ground for something. Alistair would be proud!
So glad you got a break..am sure the rain is more stylish in Nice than W4.
Will be thinking about you both on Tuesday.
John, Helen, Joseph and Harry xxxx
PS. Do you do a friends and family discount to Heathrow?
Glad to see you're feeling well enough to get back to work. Make sure you're waited on hand and foot!
All the best,
Martyn
Hi Quent , Helen & Oakley,
glad to hear you had a good break - at least you were able to get the 'next day' passport service - Steve missed 5 days of our family fortnight this year due to a 'lost' passport! - On the Christmas theme - Thomas was an angel in his school play this year as he was fed up of always being a shepherd! - fortunately noone suggested he could be baby Jesus. Sending you lots of positive thoughts,
Alison, Steve, Rebecca, & Thomas
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