Tired, yet sweet Saturday!

Mom's blood counts are still very low and today she felt it more so than yesterday.
I would equate it to something like being anemic, but probably at a greater level.

For those of you who know Mom well, you know she doesn't like to sit around and not be "productive" day in and day out. This is tough for her, but there are things she can't control or change, so she is learning to adapt a little at a time.

Today her good friend Stephanie Floth (She is heading up the benefit for Mom) and her daughter Alexis came and cleaned at Mom and Dad's. Mom said it was such a blessing and lifted her spirits so very much. Thank you Stephanie and Alexis for your labor of love on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. You gave her such a lift!

Troy participated in the Seattle to Portland bike race today with his friends Jonathan and R.W. Brian and Paris and I got to drive over to McKenna to cheer them on, and then Carmen caught up with them around Tenino. Mom and Dad were waiting at Schaefer Park with a bowl of watermelon.They did fantastic on their first day. But, having abused their bodies today for 100 miles in 85* heat, they will need your prayer tomorrow. Centralia to Portland is the second leg and final end to the race tomorrow. Do you all remember the last time you rode a bike with the "little" seat? Walking may be interesting come Monday, but the boy has chutzpah! Way to go brother! We are all proud of you! Maria will be waiting to pick the boy up in Portland and escort him home. I'm sure she will be a wonderful sight for him at the end of the race.

When Mom and Dad got home, they had a call from Mom's High School friend Nancy and Eddie Rhoades from Ephrata. Nancy's family were all celebrating Nancy's Mother's 88th B-Day and were in the area. Mom and Dad had them over for a visit this evening and they had a great time.

All in all the day was full and fun. She is tired, but happy.
There is a chance Seattle Cancer Care will have her back on Monday to have another infusion, but they haven't gotten the final word yet to know for sure.

We love you sweet Mom. Rest well and know that you are loved.

Kimberly