December 12

Mark had a good day today. He got a new medicine from the doctor for the diarrhea symptoms and it seems to be helping some. We will keep our fingers crossed. The good news is his appetite is still good and he hasn't lost any weight. Today was busy for him with his office's Dirty Santa party. He enjoyed seeing everyone and getting back into the office. This evening, he took Colton to basketball practice and then we had a quiet evening with the kids before bed. This was the first night that Kathy and Brent have been gone, so it seemed we were missing something. I think the kids are really going to miss having their grandparents here. Hopefully they find that everything in Bartlesville (OK) is still in good shape and they don't have any catastrophes like frozen pipes or fallen trees.
We feel a little guilty enjoying the upper 70 degree weather and up to 80 yesterday. The kids have been outside in shorts.

We are still planning our trip to Callaway Gardens for the Festival of Lights Friday night. The weather should be nice and I don't think it will be too cold for Mark. The cold is definitely starting to bother him some-touching cold objects out of the refridgerator can be painful and of course he is becoming a pro at requesting "no ice" in his drinks. By the time he can tolerate a little cold, it is time for chemo again and we start all over. He is thankful for the days he can order drinks with ice, but they aren't happening very often.

Thanks for all the prayers, support, cards, and phone calls to check on Mark. We really appreciate the outpouring of support. God bless!!!