On Tuesday, April 26th Rose came home. We have set up a program of Home Health Care which involves a visiting nurse, a nurse's aid, and a physical therapist, and are in the process of evaluations. When they are complete we will know how often we'll be visited by these folks. We are attending to Rose's limited mobility (a shout-out here to Bob S. who installed all sorts of helpful grab bars, ramps, railings, etc.) in order to get her out of her wheelchair as often and for as long a time as possible. She is also receiving special therapy to combat the swelling (lymphedema, technically) incurred as a result of the long past chemotherapy and a broken elbow. It is on the mend, as are a number of collateral ailments, many of which stem from the aggressive radiation treatment she underwent in March. The effects of such procedures have a 'slingshot' nature, and last a long time.
I have taken a sort of compassionate leave/sabbatical from both the Rep, and Optimist Theatre in order to remain the full-time care-giver, and am not sure when my acting career will resume. I have withdrawn from several other theatre-related activities as well.
We thank all the people who have sent cards and good wishes through other media. In accordance with sage advice from many quarters we are really trying to concentrate on one day at a time.
Love,
